Long Beach crews began building a sand berm on Friday, September 4, 2026, as Tropical Storm Marie approaches the Southern California coast. The construction effort, coordinated with the city’s Marine Safety Bureau, aims to shield residential neighborhoods and commercial districts from the high surf and flooding the storm is expected to generate.
The city’s emergency teams are also positioning sandbags in vulnerable zones to add an extra layer of protection for homes and businesses along the shoreline. By pre‑staging the sandbags, officials hope to expedite deployment should water levels rise quickly once the storm makes landfall.
Residents of Long Beach have been advised to stay informed about the evolving forecast and to follow any guidance issued by local authorities. The collaborative effort between municipal workers and the Marine Safety Bureau reflects a broader regional push to ready coastal communities for the anticipated impacts of the storm.
Southern California’s coastal areas are collectively preparing for the storm’s arrival, with Long Beach’s berm and sandbag initiative representing one of several proactive measures underway. The focus remains on minimizing damage and ensuring public safety as Tropical Storm Marie moves toward the coastline.