California Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 08/25/2026 12:25
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to
elevated surf expected.
* WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County
Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches.
* WHEN...From late tonight through Thursday evening.
* 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.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides around 6 feet will occur in the