Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 17 at 2:31PM PDT until June 19 at 3:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 17, 2026 - 2:31pm
Expires:
June 17, 2026 - 10:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to surf of
2 to 4 feet on south-facing beaches expected, with 3 to 5 feet
near Jalama. Minor coastal flooding is also possible near times
of high tide.
* WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa
Barbara County Southeastern Coast.
* WHEN...Through late Thursday night.
* 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. Minor coastal flooding are possible in low-lying
areas near the times of high tides.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Coastal flooding concerns will peak from 10
PM through 2 AM tonight, due to high astronomical tides of 6.6
ft to 6.8 ft.
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.
Area Description:
Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Sender: