Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 16 at 12:15PM PDT until May 18 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 16, 2026 - 12:15pm
Expires:
May 16, 2026 - 10:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Strong northerly winds will generate very rough
conditions at area beaches along with strong rip and longshore
currents.
* WHERE...Greatest impacts will be along west facing beaches of
the Pacific coastline.
* WHEN...Through Monday morning.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous wind and wave conditions will impact beaches
and water activities such as swimming, surfing, boating, and
tide pooling. Rough seas can sweep up the beach and over rocks
and jetties, pulling people into a cold turbulent ocean. Rip
currents will be stronger than normal and long shore currents
can move people and items in the water quickly away from the
point of entry. Local beach and cliff erosion is possible. Water
temperatures will also cool rapidly due to strong upwelling
conditions during this time. Large tidal swings can cutoff
access to beach walkers.
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; Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS San Francisco CA
Sender: