A century ago, SoCal wasn't all that beachy

Prior to the influx of sand to create the wide, sandy beaches that define Southern California today, the region’s coastline was mostly rocky with narrow strips of sand in certain areas. The transformation was driven by a desire to rival Miami’s popular beaches and establish the area as a resort destination for the wealthy. However, the artificial sand dunes are now at risk of erosion due to climate change, potentially leading to the loss of up to 2/3 of Southern California’s beaches by 2100.

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