Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued October 11 at 9:02PM PDT until October 12 at 10:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 9:02pm
Expires:
October 12, 2026 - 11:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, minor to moderate
coastal flooding can be expected near times of high tide. For
the High Surf Advisory, large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet
is expected with dangerous rip currents.
* WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara
County Central Coast Beaches.
* WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Monday.
* IMPACTS...Minor to moderate flooding of sea water is likely
around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon
with normal tidal ranges. Low lying areas will be most
susceptible, including Oceano. Enhanced beach erosion is
likely. The risk for significant damage is very low. 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. Large
secondary high tides are also expected each evening.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides are expected to be around 7
feet on Monday morning.
Instruction:
Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do
NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth.
Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay
near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in
such conditions, stay off the rocks.
Area Description:
San Luis Obispo County Beaches; Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov