Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued July 13 at 2:59AM PDT until July 15 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
July 13, 2026 - 2:59am
Expires:
July 13, 2026 - 11:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves with elevated
surf expected. Minor coastal flooding possible. An isolated
lightning strike possible today.
* WHERE...Coastal areas and beaches of Los Angeles, Ventura, Santa
Barbara, and San Luis Obispo Counties.
* WHEN...Through Wednesday evening.
* IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip
currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can
wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats
nearshore. Lightning strikes can harm individuals.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Southerly swell combined with abnormally
high tides of 7.0 to 7.5 feet will bring the potential for minor
coastal flooding in low-lying areas in the evening.
Instruction:
Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or
stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly
in such conditions, stay off the rocks.
Seek shelter inside a fully enclosed building or car with metal
roof if lightning is in the area and wait until the lightning has
left the area.
Area Description:
San Luis Obispo County Beaches; Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches; Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast; Ventura County Beaches; Malibu Coast; Los Angeles County Beaches
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Sender: