Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued September 8 at 1:34PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 8, 2026 - 1:34pm
Expires:
September 8, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous and potentially life threatening rip currents
and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected.
* WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County
Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches.
* WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 11 PM PDT this
evening. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 11 PM PDT this
evening through Thursday evening.
* IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip
currents will be widespread and very strong, potentially pulling
swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off
beaches and rocks. Pooling of sea water is possible around high
tide at beach areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges.
Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. Highest impact
potential is tonight, with more minor impacts Wednesday through
Thursday.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides near 7 feet will occur each
evening between 7PM and 11PM.
Instruction:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do
NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay
near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in
such conditions, stay off the rocks.
Area Description:
Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands; Ventura County Beaches; Malibu Coast; Los Angeles County Beaches
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov