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Beach Hazards Statement


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
134 PM PDT Tue Sep 8 2026

CAZ340-346-090500-
/O.CON.KLOX.BH.S.0017.000000T0000Z-260909T0600Z/
San Luis Obispo County Beaches-
Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches-
134 PM PDT Tue Sep 8 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerous and potentially life threatening rip currents
  and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected.

* WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara
  County Central Coast Beaches.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening.

* IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip
  currents will be widespread and very strong, potentially
  pulling swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people
  off beaches and rocks. Pooling of sea water is possible around
  high tide at beach areas that is uncommon with normal tidal
  ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No
  significant damage is expected.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides near 6.5 feet around 830PM.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

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