Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 17 at 1:16PM PDT until June 20 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 1:16pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 10:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.2 ft of
inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas
near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards
Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip
currents expected.
* WHERE...Low-lying coastal and bayshore areas in San Francisco.
* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through late Friday
night. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 AM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
isolated road closures expected. Dangerous conditions are
forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves,
strong rip currents, and large breaking waves.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high
tide is expected to be 1.2 ft above normal (7.1 ft MLLW) at
1:51 AM on Thursday. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier
or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco
Bay, respectively.
Instruction:
If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.
Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside
infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf
and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Monitor local weather,
surf and tide forecasts at www.weather.gov/mtr.
Area Description:
San Francisco
Forcast Office:
NWS San Francisco CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov