Beach Hazards Statement

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service San Diego CA
226 AM PDT Wed Aug 26 2026

CAZ043-552-262130-
/O.CON.KSGX.BH.S.0010.260826T1200Z-260828T0600Z/
San Diego County Coastal Areas-Orange County Coastal Areas-
226 AM PDT Wed Aug 26 2026

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY
EVENING...

* WHAT...Elevated surf of 3-5 feet with sets to 7 feet expected
  along with dangerous rip currents and minor coastal flooding.

* WHERE...San Diego County coastal areas and Orange County
  coastal areas, particularly along south and southwest-facing
  beaches.

* WHEN...From early Wednesday morning through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
  localized beach erosion. Flooding of low lying beach parking
  lots, boardwalks, and roads.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides peak around 6.2 to 6.5 feet from
  8-10 PM PDT this evening and Thursday evening.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A beach hazards statement is issued when threats such as strong
rip currents...elevated surf heights...minor tidal overflow...or
lightning are possible at local beaches.  Obey posted warning
signs and flags and talk to a lifeguard before swimming.  Use
caution when in or near the water and always swim near a
lifeguard.

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