Kathmandu— Hurricane Marie, located well out in the Pacific, generated significant surf and dangerous currents at southern California beaches over Labor Day weekend, leading to multiple rescues and beach closures. Meteorologists warned of life-threatening conditions, while local authorities advised caution and issued advisories to prevent swimming in dangerous areas.

Impact and Forecast

The storm brought the potential for coastal flooding along beaches, bike paths, roads, and some low-lying neighborhoods. The National Hurricane Center warned that the dangerous beach conditions were expected to last for another couple of days. Despite the storm’s distance, it was expected to bring rain to parts of Los Angeles County, with some areas already seeing a quarter inch of rain. The hurricane was expected to weaken to a tropical storm by late Sunday.

The National Weather Service and local authorities advised continued caution as the storm’s effects were expected to persist for several days, with potential for further coastal flooding and dangerous surf conditions.

(With inputs from AP)

Originally published on abcnews.com.np.