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Winter Storm Warning


URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Hanford CA
225 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

CAZ329>331-020630-
/O.NEW.KHNX.WS.W.0001.260103T0900Z-260105T1800Z/
Grant Grove Area-Sequoia NP-South End of the Upper Sierra-
Including the cities of Johnsondale, Hume Lake, Lodgepole, Giant
Forest, and Grant Grove
225 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM SATURDAY TO 10 AM PST
MONDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and
  6 inches between 6,000 and 7,000 feet. 2 to 4 feet of accumulated
  snowfall above 8,000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...Grant Grove Area, Sequoia NP, and South End of the Upper
  Sierra.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Saturday to 10 AM PST Monday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The
  hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden
changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the
motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your
destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially
cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is
winterized and in good working order.

&&

$$

SM


Flood Warning


Flood Statement
National Weather Service San Diego CA
359 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in
California...

  San Diego River At Fashion Valley affecting San Diego County.

For the San Diego River...including Fashion Valley...Minor flooding
is forecast.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don`t drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive
cars through flooded areas.

Caution is urged when walking near riverbanks.

Additional information is available at www.weather.gov.

The next statement will be issued late tonight at 400 AM PST.

&&

CAC073-021200-
/O.EXT.KSGX.FL.W.0001.000000T0000Z-260102T1300Z/
/FSNC1.1.ER.260101T1604Z.260101T1901Z.260102T1220Z.NO/
359 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL LATE TONIGHT...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...San Diego River at Fashion Valley.

* WHEN...Until late tonight.

* IMPACTS...At 7.5 feet, Action stage. The first real impacts are
  seen on the San Diego River at this level. Low lying roads in and
  around Fashion Valley Mall begin to take on water. Avenida Del Rio
  is the first road to begin flooding.
  At 9.0 feet, More extensive low lying road flooding begins in and
  around Fashion Valley including Fashion Valley Road. Parking
  structures in and around Fashion Valley Mall can begin to take on
  water at the lowest levels.
  At 10.0 feet, More extensive flooding begins at this level, more
  than just low lying areas. Fashion Valley Mall parking garage is
  taking on water at the lower levels, with 1 to 2 feet of water in
  the garage. Water on the Town and Country hotel parking lot
  adjacent to the river and USGS gage.
  At 11.0 feet, The parking garages in Fashion Valley Mall can have
  up to 3 feet of water on the lowest levels. Water may begin to
  surround area hotels such as the River Leaf Inn. The Mission
  Trolley Station on Ward Road may begin to flood. Flooding begins
  on Camino De La Reina (under Highway 163).

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - At 3:47 PM PST Thursday the stage was 10.9 feet.
  - Bankfull stage is 10.0 feet.
  - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours
    ending at 3:47 PM PST Thursday was 12.7 feet.
  - Forecast...The river will fall below flood stage late this
    afternoon to 9.5 feet this evening. It will then rise above
    flood stage this evening to 11.2 feet late this evening. It
    will fall below flood stage again late tonight to 3.9 feet
    Sunday evening. It will then rise to 4.7 feet Monday
    afternoon. It will fall again and remain below flood stage.
  - Flood stage is 10.0 feet.
  - Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
    10.4 feet on 03/21/2023.
  - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

               Fld   Observed           Forecasts (3 pm PST)
Location       Stg   Stg   Day/Time     Fri   Sat   Sun

San Diego River
Fashion Valley 10.0  10.9  Thu 3 pm PST 7.5   4.2   3.9


&&

LAT...LON 3279 11726 3291 11690 3285 11686 3273 11716
      3273 11727


$$

SS


Gale Warning


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ565-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0222.000000T0000Z-260102T1100Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0051.260102T1100Z-260103T1100Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas
California out to 10 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast
  winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras
  Blancas California out to 10 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM PST Friday.
  For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ576-020645-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.000000T0000Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CAN.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.260102T0500Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-60 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt
  with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 20
  to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-
  60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
  For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Offshore Waters Forecast
NWS Ocean Prediction Center Washington DC
123 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

California waters-
Inner waters from  60 nm to 150 nm offshore.
Outer waters from 150 nm to 250 nm offshore.

Seas given as significant wave height, which is the average
height of the highest 1/3 of the waves. Individual waves may be
more than twice the significant wave height.

PZZ830-020930-
Pigeon Point to Point Piedras Blancas between 60 NM and 150 NM
offshore-
123 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...GALE WARNING...

.TONIGHT...S to SW winds 10 to 20 kt, becoming 10 to 15 kt,
then, becoming S 15 to 25 kt. Seas 6 to 8 ft.
.FRI...S winds 20 to 30 kt, increasing to 25 to 35 kt. Seas 8 to
13 ft.
.FRI NIGHT...S winds 25 to 35 kt, becoming S to SW 20 to 30 kt.
Seas 10 to 14 ft. Rain.
.SAT...S to SW winds 20 to 30 kt. Seas 10 to 15 ft.
.SAT NIGHT...SW winds 15 to 20 kt, becoming S to SW 10 to 15 kt.
Seas 11 to 16 ft.
.SUN...SW winds 10 to 20 kt, becoming W to SW 10 to 15 kt. Seas
12 to 14 ft.
.SUN NIGHT...W winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming SW 10 to 20 kt. Seas
10 to 12 ft.
.MON...SW winds 15 to 25 kt. Seas 9 to 12 ft.
.MON NIGHT...W winds 10 to 15 kt, becoming NW. Seas 10 to 13 ft.
.TUE...N winds 5 to 15 kt. Seas 10 to 12 ft.
.TUE NIGHT...N winds 5 to 15 kt, becoming NW 5 to 10 kt. Seas
8 to 10 ft.

$$


Coastal Flood Advisory


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
120 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

CAZ006-505-506-508-509-529-530-021300-
/O.CON.KMTR.CF.Y.0017.000000T0000Z-260104T2200Z/
San Francisco-
Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore-
North Bay Interior Valleys-San Francisco Bay Shoreline-
San Francisco Peninsula Coast-Northern Monterey Bay-
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
120 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PST
SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Up to 2.5 ft of inundation above ground level is
  possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal
  waterways.

* WHERE...San Francisco Bay and San Pablo Bay shoreline,
  Monterey Bay shoreline, and the Pacific Coast.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM PST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only
  isolated road closures expected.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high
  tide is expected to be:
2.2 ft above normal (8.0 ft MLLW) at 9:34 AM Friday 1/2
2.5 ft above normal (8.3 ft MLLW) at 10:26 AM Saturday 1/3
1.8 ft above normal (7.6 ft MLLW) at 11:18 AM Sunday 1/4
  These predictions include up to 1.3 feet of storm surge that
  will enhance the astronomical tide and flooding threat.
  High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along
  the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay,
  respectively.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be
closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of
unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone
property.

&&

$$


Small Craft Advisory


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ645-021100-
/O.EXT.KLOX.SC.Y.0002.260102T1400Z-260103T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.GL.A.0001.260103T0300Z-260103T1100Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10 NM-
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 7 PM PST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
  combined seas 6 to 9 ft possible when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10
  NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 7 PM PST
  Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday evening through late
  Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Potentially strong winds may create dangerous sea
  conditions which could capsize or damage small and large
  vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and combined
seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ650-021100-
/O.CON.KLOX.SC.Y.0002.260102T1400Z-260102T2300Z/
East Santa Barbara Channel from Pt. Conception to Pt. Mugu CA
including Santa Cruz Island-
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 3 PM PST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Hazardous sea conditions.

* WHERE...East Santa Barbara Channel from Pt. Conception to Pt.
  Mugu CA including Santa Cruz Island.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 3 PM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ670-021100-
/O.EXT.KLOX.SC.Y.0002.260102T1400Z-260103T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.GL.A.0001.260103T0000Z-260103T1100Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM-
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 4 PM PST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
  combined seas 8 to 10 ft possible when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 4 PM PST
  Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday afternoon through late
  Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Potentially strong winds may create dangerous sea
  conditions which could capsize or damage small and large
  vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and combined
seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ673-021100-
/O.CON.KLOX.SC.Y.0002.260102T1400Z-260103T2300Z/
Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and westward 60 nm
including San Miguel and Santa Rosa Islands-
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM FRIDAY TO
3 PM PST SATURDAY...

* WHAT...Hazardous sea conditions.

* WHERE...Waters from Pt. Sal to Santa Cruz Island CA and
  westward 60 nm including San Miguel and Santa Rosa Islands.

* WHEN...From 6 AM Friday to 3 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Conditions will be hazardous to small craft.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Inexperienced mariners, especially those operating smaller
vessels, should avoid navigating in hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ565-020645-
/O.CON.KMTR.SC.Y.0222.000000T0000Z-260102T1100Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0051.260102T1100Z-260103T1100Z/
Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas
California out to 10 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25
  kt with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast
  winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts up to 50 kt expected.

* WHERE...Coastal Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras
  Blancas California out to 10 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 3 AM PST Friday.
  For the Gale Warning, from 3 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ576-020645-
/O.EXT.KMTR.SC.Y.0223.000000T0000Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CAN.KMTR.SC.Y.0001.260102T0500Z-260102T1700Z/
/O.CON.KMTR.GL.W.0001.260102T1700Z-260103T1100Z/
Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-60 NM-
243 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 AM PST FRIDAY...
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 9 AM FRIDAY TO 3 AM PST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, south winds 15 to 25 kt
  with gusts up to 30 kt. For the Gale Warning, southeast winds 20
  to 30 kt with gusts up to 45 kt expected.

* WHERE...Waters from Point Pinos to Point Piedras Blancas 10-
  60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 9 AM PST Friday.
  For the Gale Warning, from 9 AM Friday to 3 AM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
  capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for hazardous conditions.

&&

$$


Wind Advisory


URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service San Francisco CA
116 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

CAZ006-502>505-509-512-515>518-528>530-020615-
/O.CON.KMTR.WI.Y.0001.260102T2100Z-260103T2100Z/
San Francisco-Marin Coastal Range-Sonoma Coastal Range-North Bay
Interior Mountains-Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes
National Seashore-San Francisco Peninsula Coast-Santa Cruz
Mountains-East Bay Hills-Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and
Lake San Antonio-Santa Lucia Mountains and Los Padres National
Forest-Mountains of San Benito County And Interior Monterey
County including Pinnacles National Park-Northern Salinas
Valley/Hollister Valley and Carmel Valley-Northern Monterey Bay-
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast-
116 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 1 PM PST
SATURDAY...

* WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected.

* WHERE...The Central Coast, The Salinas and Carmel Valleys and
  Hollister Area, The Marin Hills, Western Sonoma County Hills, The
  Santa Cruz Mountains, San Francisco, North Bay Interior Mountains,
  Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, San
  Francisco Peninsula Coast, and East Bay Hills.

* WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 1 PM PST Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree
  limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

&&

$$

RGass


Beach Hazards Statement


Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
148 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

CAZ087-340-346-349-350-354-362-366-021400-
/O.CON.KLOX.BH.S.0019.000000T0000Z-260104T2100Z/
Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands-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-
148 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to
  elevated surf expected. Minor coastal overflows possible due
  to abnormally high tides between 6.7 and 7.5 feet and gusty
  southerly winds.

* WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, 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 and
  Los Angeles County Beaches.

* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at
  beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal
  ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No
  significant damage is expected. 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Peak high tides are expected between 7 am
  and 8 am Friday, shifting to between 9 am and 10 am by Sunday.
  There is a moderate chance for Coastal Flood Advisories and/or
  High Surf Advisories to be issued for this weekend as another
  storm system may generate strong winds accompanied by a larger
  swell.

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.

&&

$$

Hall/Sirard

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Diego CA
1247 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

CAZ043-552-020300-
/O.CON.KSGX.BH.S.0016.000000T0000Z-260104T1800Z/
San Diego County Coastal Areas-Orange County Coastal Areas-
1247 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH SUNDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...High astronomical tides in the mornings will result in
  minor tidal overflow and local beach flooding.

* WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County
  Coastal Areas.

* WHEN...Through Sunday morning.

* IMPACTS...Minor tidal overflow, beach flooding, and coastal
  erosion most likely during times of high tides.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Predicted high tides at La Jolla: 6.7 feet
  at 638 AM Thursday, 6.9 feet at 726 AM Friday, 7.0 feet at 814
  AM Saturday, 6.8 feet at 901 AM Sunday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

&&

$$


Gale Watch


URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ645-021100-
/O.EXT.KLOX.SC.Y.0002.260102T1400Z-260103T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.GL.A.0001.260103T0300Z-260103T1100Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10 NM-
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 7 PM PST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY EVENING THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
  combined seas 6 to 9 ft possible when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal westward out to 10
  NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 7 PM PST
  Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday evening through late
  Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Potentially strong winds may create dangerous sea
  conditions which could capsize or damage small and large
  vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and combined
seas.

&&

$$

URGENT - MARINE WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

PZZ670-021100-
/O.EXT.KLOX.SC.Y.0002.260102T1400Z-260103T0000Z/
/O.NEW.KLOX.GL.A.0001.260103T0000Z-260103T1100Z/
Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM-
705 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 4 PM PST
FRIDAY...
...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...Southeast winds 20 to 30 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
  combined seas 8 to 10 ft possible when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Point Piedras Blancas to Point Sal from 10 to 60 NM.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 AM to 4 PM PST
  Friday. For the Gale Watch, from Friday afternoon through late
  Friday night.

* IMPACTS...Potentially strong winds may create dangerous sea
  conditions which could capsize or damage small and large
  vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
  for more.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions.  Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and combined
seas.

&&

$$


Flood Watch


Flood Watch
National Weather Service San Diego CA
1216 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

CAZ048-055-057-552-554-020600-
/O.CON.KSGX.FA.A.0008.000000T0000Z-260102T0600Z/
/00000.0.ER.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.000000T0000Z.OO/
San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire-San
Bernardino County Mountains-Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills-
Orange County Coastal Areas-Orange County Inland Areas-
Including the cities of Wrightwood, Ontario, San Bernardino,
Irvine, Mission Viejo, Rancho Cucamonga, Fullerton, Orange,
Riverside, Big Bear City, Moreno Valley, Lake Arrowhead, Laguna
Beach, Crestline, San Clemente, Fontana, Running Springs,
Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Big Bear Lake, Costa Mesa,
Garden Grove, Corona, Santa Ana, and Anaheim
1216 PM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
  possible.

* WHERE...A portion of Southwest California, including the following
  areas, Orange County Coastal Areas, Orange County Inland Areas,
  San Bernardino County Mountains, San Bernardino and Riverside
  County Valleys-The Inland Empire and Santa Ana Mountains and
  Foothills.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers,
  creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations.
  Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Low-water
  crossings may be flooded. Minor flooding and debris flows possible
  in and below recent burn scars.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
  - A warm low pressure system from the southwest will bring
    periods of moderate to locally heavy precipitation through
    Thursday evening. The heaviest showers occurred this morning.
    High soil moisture from last week`s heavy rainfall and will
    exacerbate the flooding threat in the watch area.
  - https://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood
Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared
to take action should flooding develop.

Be alert in the mountains for rockslides and rocks in the road.

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