Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 19 at 9:55PM PDT until October 20 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 19, 2026 - 9:55pm
Expires:
October 20, 2026 - 6:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves. Surf of 3 to 6
feet with local sets as high as 7 feet. Highest surf on south
and southwest facing beaches.
* WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County
coastal areas.
* WHEN...Through Tuesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Areas of hazardous swimming conditions. Rip currents
can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash
people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats
nearshore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor beach erosion may occur across
south- facing beaches.
Instruction:
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