Beach Hazards Statement

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves with isolated sets up to 6 feet due to elevated surf from southerly swells.

* WHERE...Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches.

* WHEN...Through Monday 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A series of southerly swells will continue to impact Southern California through much of next week.