WWA Summary for Beach Hazards Statement

Beach Hazards Statement

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
246 AM PST Thu Nov 30 2023

ORZ021-022-010015-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.231202T1200Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
246 AM PST Thu Nov 30 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into
  the waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including
  over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people
  off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

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Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Portland OR
210 AM PST Thu Nov 30 2023

ORZ001-002-WAZ021-010000-
/O.CON.KPQR.BH.S.0009.231202T1200Z-231205T1200Z/
North Oregon Coast-Central Oregon Coast-South Washington Coast-
210 AM PST Thu Nov 30 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...Sneaker waves possible.

* WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon
  Coast. In Washington, South Washington Coast.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can surge high up the beach without
  warning, catching an inattentive individual off guard. These
  waves can move with great speed further up the beach than you
  expect. No place on the beach is too high for a wave to reach.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Keep children and pets away from the surf
  zone. Keep off of jetties, rocks and logs near the surf zone. If
  you see someone swept into the sea do not swim in after them.
  Call 911 and keep an eye on them until help arrives.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

&&

$$

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