Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued May 28 at 10:48AM PDT until May 28 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
May 28, 2026 - 10:48am
Expires:
May 28, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected due to set
behavior from long period waves building into the area.
* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte and Humboldt Counties.
* WHEN...Through this evening. .
* IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach
without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks,
jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large
objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
Instruction:
Don't be fooled by an ocean that looks calm. There can be
30 minutes of small waves before a sneaker wave strikes. Avoid
rocks and jetties. Avoid steep beaches. Stay much farther back
from the water and never turn your back on the ocean.
Area Description:
Coastal Del Norte; Northern Coastal Humboldt; Southwestern Humboldt; Coastal Mendocino
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA
Sender: