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Why Oakland's iconic Lake Merritt flooded this week and how it's not considered a lake, per expert

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Saturday, September 5, 2026 9:59PM
Why Oakland's Lake Merritt flooded and why it isn't considered a lake
Unusually high water levels flooded portions of Lake Merritt this week, surprising visitors and temporarily disrupting access.
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