California Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 05/15/2026 07:01
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to
elevated surf expected.
* WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa
Barbara County Southeastern Coast.
* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Monday morning.
* 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Minor Beach erosion and isolated minor