Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued December 22 at 2:44PM PST until December 23 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 22, 2024 - 2:44pm
Expires:
December 23, 2024 - 2:45am
Description:
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 18 to 20 feet expected in the
surf zone.
* WHERE...North Coast and Central Coast zones.
* WHEN...From 5 AM to 9 PM PST Monday.
* IMPACTS...Large waves may wash over beaches, jetties, and other
structures unexpectedly. Localized beach erosion is possible.
People can be swept off rocks and jetties, and drown while
observing high surf.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Waves just offshore on Monday morning are
expected to be of a longer period with a dominant period of 20
to 22 seconds. This may enhance the risk for beach erosion and
infrastructure damage on west or southwest facing beaches.
Instruction:
Beachgoers should never turn their back on the ocean and remain
alert to surf conditions. Avoid walking on area beaches and jetties.
Large waves may cause serious injury or sweep people into dangerous
seas.
Waves with long period can enhance the risk for erosion on beaches
and damage to jetties, docks, and other infrastructure near the
coastline as the waves break and run up onto shore.
Area Description:
North Coast; Central Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA