Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued March 15 at 12:37PM PDT until March 18 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 12:37pm
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Long period (17-19 second) south-southwesterly swell
(190-200 degrees) building creating elevated surf conditions
with waves 2-4 feet this afternoon into Tuesday. Breaking waves
of 4-6 feet are expected, with sets up to 7 feet possible on
south- facing beaches.
* WHERE...South facing beaches for San Diego County Coastal Areas
and Orange County Coastal Areas.
* WHEN...Through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...Rip current risk and dangerous swimming conditions.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A beach hazards statement for elevated surf
means that waves will be high enough to cause danger to
inexperienced swimmers in the water. Elevated surf also
frequently results in strong rip currents which can drag people
away from the shore and possibly result in drowning. Always swim
near a lifeguard..
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