Headline:
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 11 at 10:54PM PDT until October 12 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Eureka CA
Event:
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
October 11, 2026 - 10:54pm
Expires:
October 12, 2026 - 7:00am
Description:
* WHAT...A very long period westerly swell will increase the
threat of sneaker waves.
* WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Northern Coastal Humboldt,
Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino Counties.
* WHEN...Through Monday afternoon. The risk will increase as winds
weaken.
* 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:
Coastal Del Norte; Northern Coastal Humboldt; Southwestern Humboldt; Coastal Mendocino
Forcast Office:
NWS Eureka CA
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov