California Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 10/05/2026 18:39

Headline: 
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 5 at 6:39PM PDT until October 9 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event: 
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
October 5, 2026 - 6:39pm
Expires: 
October 6, 2026 - 6:15am
Description: 
* WHAT...For the Beach Hazards Statement, dangerous rip currents expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, from Tuesday afternoon through Friday evening. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 6 AM Wednesday to 11 AM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Minor coastal erosion is also expected. Additionally, elevated surf will lead to strong rip currents. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Elevated surf of 3-6 feet, with sets to 7 feet, on south and southwest-facing beaches. High tides are expected to peak between 6.5 and 7.0 feet during the mornings and evenings.
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. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
Area Description: 
San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal
Forcast Office: 
NWS San Diego CA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov