When it rains, it pours on Balboa Island — most notably into its streets, where flooding can occur. Balboa Island flooded in December 2018 during a heavy rainstorm. (Associated Press)Stein said Balboa Island experiences high tides almost every day. During a wet year, city crews spend 800 to 900 hours just pumping water off Balboa Island. City staff considered several locations for the automated pump station, including on the northern and southernmost points of the island.

Source: Los Angeles Times April 16, 2021 04:14 UTC