Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 24 at 12:38PM PDT until September 27 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 12:38pm
Expires:
September 24, 2026 - 8:45pm
Description:
* WHAT...Elevated surf of 3-5 feet with sets up to 6 feet and
astronomical tides of 6.0-6.5 feet expected, leading to minor
tidal overflow.
* WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County
Coastal Areas.
* WHEN...From early Friday morning through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Minor tidal overflow and minor coastal erosion
expected during high tides. Additionally, elevated surf will
lead to strong rip currents.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides are expected to be around 6.2
feet, gradually building over 6.5 feet by Sunday.
Instruction:
A beach hazards statement for minor tidal overflow means that
high astronomical tides possibly in combination with above normal
surf may produce minor flooding of low-lying areas along the
beach such as beach parking lots.
Area Description:
San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal
Forcast Office:
NWS San Diego CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov