Beach Hazards Statement

* WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected.

* WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches.

* WHEN...From late tonight through Thursday evening.

* 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...High tides around 6 feet will occur in the evening hours.