Headline:
Coastal Flood Advisory issued December 21 at 10:55AM PST until December 24 at 9:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
Coastal Flood Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 21, 2024 - 10:55am
Expires:
December 22, 2024 - 3:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet on Saturday, 10 to
15 feet on Sunday, 12 to 18 feet Monday afternoon through
Tuesday. Very dangerous rip currents. For the Coastal Flood
Advisory, coastal flooding expected.
* WHERE...Ventura County Beaches.
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 1 AM PST Sunday. For
the High Surf Warning, from 1 AM Sunday to noon PST Tuesday.
For the Coastal Flood Advisory, from 2 AM Sunday to 9 AM PST
Tuesday.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely, around the time of
high tide, over vulnerable low-lying coastal areas such as
parking lots, beaches, and walkways. Significant damage to
roads or structures is NOT expected. Powerful waves and strong
rip currents will pose an exceptional risk of ocean drowning
and damage to coastal structures like piers and jetties. Large
breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and
rocks, and capsize small boats near shore.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides between 4.0 and 5.0 feet MLLW
are expected each morning between 2 AM and 5 AM. The risk for
shallow but impactful coastal flooding is highest during these
times, with flooded beach roads and parking lots possible.
Monday night through Tuesday morning pose the greatest risk for
coastal flooding and high surf.
Instruction:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do
NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other water side
infrastructure.
Area Description:
Ventura County Beaches
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA