Tropical Storm Marie May Bring Rain, Wind, and High Surf to Southern California
Tropical Storm Marie, currently forming in the Pacific Ocean, has the potential to impact Southern California over the Labor Day weekend. The storm, fueled by warm El Niño conditions, is moving northward, with some computer models suggesting it could strengthen into a hurricane. Forecast models, including dynamical, statistical, and ensemble spaghetti models, show varying paths for the storm. While some predict it will approach the Southern California coast, others suggest it may veer westward into the ocean. The National Weather Service (NWS) has indicated a high likelihood of large waves and strong rip currents along the coast, with a moderate chance of coastal flooding on south-facing shores. However, the chances of widespread heavy rain and offshore winds remain low. The situation is being closely monitored as the weekend approaches. (Source time: Tue, 01 Sep 2026 04:58:08 GMT)