The risk of flooding and dangerous surf on California beaches will continue through Wednesday, weather officials said Sunday.
The waves are not expected to be as large as those that hit the coast last week and killed two people.
The National Weather Service said San Francisco recorded its highest summer ocean water level ever on Saturday night.
At 1.83 feet above normal high tide, the level was the highest on record outside of those that occur from November to March, when winter storms cause storm surge, officials said. Water level records date back to 1898.
A coastal flood warning will remain in effect until Wednesday morning, the weather service said.
The highest tides will occur at night, officials said.
Over the past week, the greatest threat of dangerous rip currents and sneaker waves has been on south- or southwest-facing beaches, officials said.
The city of Newport Beach warned residents to prepare for a series of king tides that will continue through Tuesday.
City employees have been distributing sandbags to residents to help protect their properties from flooding. Authorities urged beachgoers not to park in low-lying areas.
“Motorists are urged to drive slowly through flooded areas to avoid creating wakes that could worsen flooding and impact nearby properties,” the city said in a statement.
Last week's swell brought historic 20 foot waves to Wedge, Newport's surf break at the tip of the Balboa Peninsula.
On Wednesday, the rescuers tried to save two women who were dragged into the sea from a beach in Santa Cruz. One of the women died. The other was in critical condition, authorities said Friday.
The body of missing 5-year-old Amada Mia Brown of San Bernardino was recovered in Laguna Beach on Thursday, two days after she disappeared in the high waves.
Authorities urge beachgoers to stay away from rocks and jetties during times of strong surf and to keep an eye on the ocean.
If you get caught in a rip current, don't panic, officials advised. Swim along the shoreline, rather than returning directly to the beach, until you are free from the pull of the current.
If necessary, stay afloat and ask for help.
