California Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 09/08/2026 13:34

Headline: 
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 8 at 1:34PM PDT until September 8 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event: 
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
September 8, 2026 - 1:34pm
Expires: 
September 8, 2026 - 10:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Dangerous and potentially life threatening rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches and Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents will be widespread and very strong, potentially pulling swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks. Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides near 6.5 feet around 830PM.
Instruction: 
Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming 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