Flood Advisory Issued in Laguna Beach

LAGUNA BEACH, CA — The City of Laguna Beach and the National Weather Service released a coastal flood advisory from 11:45 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. Monday.

During rain and thunderstorms, localized flooding is possible in flood-prone areas of the city.

"National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for Coastal Orange County until 1:30 pm today," they said in release. "Doppler radar has indicated heavy rain due to a band of thunderstorms over Orange County. Localized flooding may occur as well as minor mud or debris flows."

Residents and businesses are advised to take appropriate actions. Remember, "turn around, don't drown."

Do not drive through flooded streets.

Also, in response to lightning strikes forecast along the Orange County coastal area through early afternoon, Laguna Beach has now closed its beaches until at least 1 p.m.

Newport Beach lifeguards are asking people to voluntarily leave the beach for safety reasons.

You guys have used my photos for stories in the past and figured this would be a good one to include if anyone is working on a story for this morning's crazy weather.

Photo was taken in Rancho Santa Margarita looking towards the Saddleback Mountain foothills

Credit: Chase Miller - TheSurfboardMan.com