Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued April 30 at 1:18PM PDT until May 3 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Medford OR
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 30, 2026 - 1:18pm
Expires:
May 1, 2026 - 3:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Moderate risk of sneaker waves expected.
* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast.
* WHEN...From 11 PM PDT Saturday evening through 11 AM PDT Sunday
morning.
* IMPACTS...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 sweep
them into the ocean. The waves can also move logs or other
objects which could crush or trap anyone caught underneath.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A short period northwest swell and a
building long northwest swell may combine their energy to
produce dangerous surges. The risk will be highest around
sunrise on Sunday morning.
* View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
Instruction:
Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.
Area Description:
South Central Oregon Coast; Curry County Coast
Forcast Office:
NWS Medford OR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov