Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 18 at 5:53AM PDT until May 18 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS San Francisco CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 18, 2026 - 5:53am
Expires:
May 18, 2026 - 9:00am
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...Until 9 AM PDT this 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: