Hurricane Polo is threatening the US West Coast, prompting Los Angeles to issue an alert for dangerous coastal weather.
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The Los Angeles Emergency Management Department warned residents of coastal flooding, erosion, and high surf from Sunday night to Wednesday due to the storm.
Officials expect moderate coastal flooding, with an increased risk of ocean drowning and strong rip currents. Large waves may cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore.
Residents can obtain sandbags from city fire stations to prepare for potential flooding. California coastal cities like Long Beach and Newport Beach have begun preparations after being battered by Hurricane Marie.
Hurricane Polo is projected to make landfall in Baja California Sur, Mexico, as a strong hurricane, with maximum sustained winds of 145 miles per hour. A Hurricane Watch has been issued for the region, and embassy officials have warned American tourists to listen to local media and follow local officials' directions.
