Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued September 25 at 10:58AM PDT until September 30 at 4:00PM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
September 25, 2026 - 10:58am
Expires:
September 25, 2026 - 7:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated
surf. There is a risk of moderate coastal flooding especially
Monday and Tuesday.
* WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Malibu Coast and Los
Angeles County Beaches. Primarily south-facing beaches.
* WHEN...Through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...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. Moderate flooding of sea water is possibly over some
vulnerable low-lying coastal areas, especially around the late
morning high tide, including over beach parking lots, bike
paths, and harbor walkways. Moderate beach erosion is likely.
Isolated damage is possible.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS....Coastal Flood Advisory products will
likely be needed for Monday and Tuesday.
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:
Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands; Malibu Coast; Los Angeles County Beaches
Forcast Office:
NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov