Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued October 11 at 1:58PM PDT until October 11 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 1:58pm
Expires:
October 12, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT... For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor to moderate
coastal flooding can be expected near times of high tide.
Localized damage is possible in most vulnerable low-lying areas.
For the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet
with dangerous rip currents is expected.
* WHERE...Ventura County Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 9 PM PDT this
evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 2 PM PDT
Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Minor to moderate flooding of sea water is likely
over some vulnerable low-lying coastal areas, especially around
the time of high tide, including over beach parking lots, bike
paths, and harbor walkways. Moderate beach erosion is likely.
Isolated damage is unlikely but possible. There is an increased
risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and
surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash
people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near
shore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides of around 7.5 feet are expected
for Monday and Tuesday mornings. Large secondary high tides are
also expected each evening.
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:
Ventura County Beaches
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov