Headline:
High Surf Warning issued December 24 at 12:19PM PST until December 24 at 6:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA
Event:
High Surf Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 24, 2024 - 12:19pm
Expires:
December 24, 2024 - 6:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerously large breaking waves of 25 to 35 feet.
* WHERE...San Francisco, Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes
National Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast, Northern
Monterey Bay, Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast.
* WHEN...Until 6 PM PST this evening.
* IMPACTS...Life-threatening swimming and surfing conditions and
significant shoreline erosion can be expected. Large waves can
sweep across the beach without warning, pulling people into
the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches. Sudden immersion in
cold water can result in cold water shock even for the most
experienced swimmers. Cold water shock can result in dramatic
changes in breathing, heart rate and blood pressure, greatly
increasing the risk of drowning in rough open waters.
Instruction:
Everyone should remain out of the water due to life-threatening
surf conditions. Stay off of jetties, piers, and other waterside
infrastructure.
Area Description:
San Francisco; Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore; San Francisco Peninsula Coast; Northern Monterey Bay; Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS San Francisco CA