Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 17 at 2:03AM PDT until June 18 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 2:03am
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 3:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to
elevated surf of 3 to 6 feet on south-facing beaches, as well
as minor coastal flooding near times of high tide.
* WHERE...Ventura County Beaches.
* WHEN...Through late tonight.
* IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip
currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can
wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats
nearshore. Minor coastal flooding are possible in low-lying
areas near the times of high tides.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from
from around 8 PM through midnight tonight, due to high
astronomical tides of 7.0 ft to 7.4 ft.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming 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