OCTA Board Members and executives gathered with federal, state, and local elected leaders on Friday, Sept. 5, to mark the beginning of sand nourishment in San Clemente to help protect the coastal rail line. Photo: Orange County Transportation AuthorityThe Orange County Transportation Authority marked a key milestone in its ongoing emergency effort to protect the coastal rail line with an initial sand nourishment effort getting underway in San Clemente. According to an agency release, the sand is being placed along the beach as an immediate step to help reinforce the rail line while longer-term reinforcement work continues. “This initial placement of sand highlights our dedication to securing our rail corridor and protecting our coast,” said OCTA Director Katrina Foley, also the county’s Fifth District Supervisor. Current work to place the sand on the shoreline and subsequent work are not expected to affect passenger rail service.