California Moderate Beach Hazards Statement | Effective 10/15/2026 01:38

Headline: 
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 15 at 1:38AM PDT until October 15 at 2:00PM PDT by NWS San Diego CA
Event: 
Beach Hazards Statement
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
October 15, 2026 - 1:38am
Expires: 
October 15, 2026 - 2:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Elevated high tides 6.5 to 7 ft will return late this morning, along with surf of 3 to 5 ft with sets to 6 ft. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through this afternoon. * IMPACTS...Minor coastal flooding and beach erosion. Dangerous swimming conditions for inexperienced swimmers. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides will fall below 6.5 ft after today's high tide. A long-period south swell will continue today.
Instruction: 
A beach hazards statement for minor tidal overflow means that high astronomical tides possibly in combination with above normal surf will likely produce minor flooding of low-lying areas along the beach such as beach parking lots. Coastal officials should take the necessary precautionary measures to safeguard their beaches. A beach hazards statement is issued when threats such as rip currents and other hazards are possible. Caution should be used when in or near the water.
Area Description: 
San Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal
Forcast Office: 
NWS San Diego CA
Sender: 
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov