Malibu issues urgent evacuation warning after coastal flooding

The City of Malibu issued an urgent evacuation warning to more than 30 properties along the coastline while declaring a local emergency after a massive sinkhole appeared on Tuesday.The city made the decision after consulting LA County Fire Department and Sheriff’s Department, as the sinkhole “restricts vital access for residents and emergency services,” a statement read.Malibu warned that high tides and rain were likely to worsen conditions in the area.Mandatory evacuation orders were issued for 31 properties along Sea Level Drive.A temporary shelter was opened at Malibu High School for the affected properties.The orders came as the sinkhole opened in front of actor Nicholas Cage’s $10.5 beachfront property....