High Surf Advisory 12/20/2024 05:46 for California areas

* WHAT...Large breaking waves with dangerous rip currents. Surf will be highest across west and northwest facing beaches. For the Central Coast Beaches, breaking waves of 12 to 18 feet with local sets to 20 feet are expected, except 18 to 25 feet Monday into Tuesday. For the Santa Barbara South Coast Beaches, breaking waves of 6 to 10 feet are expected, except 8 to 12 feet Monday afternoon into Tuesday. For the Ventura County beaches, breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet with local sets to 15 feet are expected, except 10 to 17 feet Monday night into Tuesday. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast and Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...From 2 AM Saturday to 2 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A high surf warning will likely be needed Monday night through Tuesday for the Central Coast and Ventura County beaches, and may be needed for the Santa Barbara South Coast. Additionally, minor coastal flooding and beach erosion are possible, especially during the morning high tides Monday into Tuesday. High tides will be between 4.4 and 4.7 feet and occur between 4 and 5 AM PST.