California Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 05/18/2026 05:53
* WHAT...Strong northerly winds will generate very rough
conditions at area beaches along with strong rip and longshore
currents.
* WHERE...Greatest impacts will be along west facing beaches of
the Pacific coastline.
* WHEN...Until 9 AM PDT this morning.
* IMPACTS...Dangerous wind and wave conditions will impact
beaches and water activities such as swimming, surfing,
boating, and tide pooling. Rough seas can sweep up the beach
and over rocks and jetties, pulling people into a cold