Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 1 at 1:45PM PDT until May 3 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 1, 2026 - 1:45pm
Expires:
May 2, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...An incoming long-period northwesterly swell will
increase the risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents.
* WHERE...Beaches along the Pacific Coast.
* WHEN...From Saturday morning through Sunday evening.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion can be expected. Sneaker waves can
sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people
into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches.
Instruction:
Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside
infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf
and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Monitor local weather,
surf and tide forecasts at www.weather.gov/mtr.
Area Description:
San Francisco; Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore; San Francisco Peninsula Coast; Northern Monterey Bay; Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS San Francisco CA
Sender: