High Surf Warning 12/24/2024 07:57 for California areas

Headline: 
High Surf Warning issued December 24 at 7:57AM PST until December 24 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event: 
High Surf Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 24, 2024 - 7:57am
Expires: 
December 24, 2024 - 12:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 12 to 18 feet this morning will slowly subside later this morning and this afternoon. Very dangerous rip currents are expected. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, coastal flooding expected. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...For the High Surf Warning, until noon PST today. For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 9 AM PST this morning. * IMPACTS...Flooding of sea water is likely around the time of high tide this morning 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...Advisory level high surf is likely after waves subside below Warning levels.
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