Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 9 at 2:34PM PDT until October 12 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 9, 2026 - 2:34pm
Expires:
October 10, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...A moderate risk for sneaker waves is expected. Short
period north-northwest wind waves will interact with a building
west-northwest long period swell.
* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos, and Curry counties.
* WHEN...From late Saturday night through Monday afternoon. The
risk will be highest during Sunday morning.
* IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on
beaches than normal, including over rocks and jetties. These
waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and sweep
them into the ocean. The waves can also move logs or other
objects which could crush or trap anyone caught underneath.
* View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
Instruction:
Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
South Central Oregon Coast; Curry County Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov