Giant waves batter Southern California after Hurricane Marie

The ocean turned into a visible threat along the Southern California coast as massive waves battered the shoreline during swells associated with Hurricane Marie, which was later downgraded to a tropical storm. Dramatic images show the water pushing far beyond the usual beach line, flooding areas used by pedestrians and vehicles. In several locations, the powerful surf swept past the sand and reached nearby streets, sidewalks and coastal walkways, highlighting the strength of the storm-driven waves.