Can 700,000 cubic yards of sand save San Clemente's threatened railway from El Nino?

Los Angeles Times - Nov 6, 2026

The California Coastal Commission on Thursday approved an extensive package aimed at fortifying the vulnerable railway along San Clemente's coast, while also attempting to protect the area's shrinking beaches. A hallmark of the permit includes a historic replenishment of sand.

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