California Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 08/25/2026 23:37

Headline: 
Beach Hazards Statement issued August 25 at 11:37PM PDT until August 27 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event: 
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
August 25, 2026 - 11:37pm
Expires: 
August 26, 2026 - 4:00am
Description: 
* WHAT...Elevated surf of 4-6 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 on Wednesday and Thursday.
Instruction: 
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.
Area Description: 
San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal
Forcast Office: 
NWS San Diego CA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov