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Beach Hazards Statement
ActiveSan Diego County Coastal Areas; Orange County Coastal
Status
In Progress
Started 16 minutes ago
Ends
Issued
Severity
Moderate
Urgency
Expected
Certainty
Likely
Details
* WHAT...Elevated surf of 3-5 feet with sets up to 6 feet this weekend. Astronomical tides of 6.0-6.5 feet expected, leading to minor tidal overflow.
* WHERE...Beaches of Orange and San Diego Counties.
* WHEN...Through Sunday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Minor tidal overflow and minor coastal erosion expected during high tides. Additionally, elevated surf will lead to strong rip currents.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides are expected to be around 6.2 feet today, gradually rising to over 6.5 feet Sunday.
Instructions
A beach hazards statement for minor tidal overflow means that high astronomical tides 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.
Data from the National Weather Service
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