Coastal Rails Under Siege | Orange County News

Orange County News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 4, 2026 · 1m

San Clemente’s coastal rail line is in crisis as high tides and swells cause track erosion and saltwater disruptions—workers are racing through the night to stabilize the route. This stretch, one of the nation’s busiest rail corridors, faces recurring threats from ocean and cliff erosion. Safety remains top priority as crews drop rock to shield tracks, while long-term solutions like a potential multi-billion-dollar relocation or a 30-year resiliency plan involving sand replenishment are being studied—but those aren’t happening anytime soon. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow…