Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued December 26 at 10:06AM PST until December 27 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 26, 2024 - 10:06am
Expires:
December 26, 2024 - 6:15pm
Description:
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 17 to 22 feet in the surf zone.
* WHERE...North Coast zone.
* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Friday.
* 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...The threat for coastal flooding has
decreased this morning as the high tide as passed, so the
coastal flood advisory has been cancelled. High surf conditions
will continue through Friday morning.
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.
Area Description:
North Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA