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NWS Issues Beach Hazards Statement for Southern California as Narda Swell Builds

A south swell from Hurricane Narda is expected to produce 4 to 7 foot surf with larger sets on exposed south-facing shores.

Orange County Coast and San Diego County Coastal Areas are included in a beach hazards statement released by the National Weather Service on Friday at 12:06 p.m. The statement is valid from Sunday 6 a.m. until Tuesday Sept. 30, at 11 p.m.

Overview

  • The advisory is in effect from Sunday morning through Wednesday, ending at 6 p.m. PDT on Oct. 1.
  • Affected areas include Los Angeles and Ventura county beaches, Malibu, Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, and the central coast of Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties.
  • Forecasters warn of dangerous rip currents and breaking waves on south-facing beaches that raise the risk of ocean drowning.
  • Reported projections range from 4 to 6 feet with sets to 7 feet to 5 to 7 feet with sets to 8 feet, reflecting localized variability at exposed sites.
  • The NWS urges people to stay out of the water or remain near occupied lifeguard towers and to avoid rock jetties, noting examples such as Jalama, Port San Luis, Avila Beach, and Cayucos.