The Winter Beach March 5, 2023 The winter storms have had an impact on the beach in Hermosa. Here are some photos at the beach in February and March. February 3: Footprints under the pier. February 6: Looking south towards Palos Verdes. The sand berm protects the base of the Hermosa pier. February 14: A big wheel unicycle out in high winds on the bike path in Redondo Beach. February 25: Significant storm erosion at the base of the Hermosa Beach pier. March 2: Midday winds were 30+ mph, gusts to 44, which flattened out the sand.