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Beach Hazards Statement
ActiveSanta Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast
Status
In Progress
Started about 2 hours ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...Strong rip currents. Minor tidal overflows, especially during the late morning high tides.
* WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast.
* WHEN...Through Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea.
Instructions
Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.
Data from the National Weather Service
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