Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 3 at 3:22PM PDT until September 7 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 3, 2026 - 3:22pm
Expires:
September 3, 2026 - 11:30pm
Description:
* WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected as a southerly
swell impacts the coastline over the holiday weekend.
* WHERE...Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino Counties.
* WHEN...From late Friday night through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach
without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks,
jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large
objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.
Instruction:
Don't be fooled by an ocean that looks calm. There can be
30 minutes of small waves before a sneaker wave strikes. Avoid
rocks and jetties. Avoid steep beaches. Stay much farther back
from the water and never turn your back on the ocean.
Area Description:
Southwestern Humboldt; Coastal Mendocino
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov