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Beach Hazards Statement

Active

South Central Oregon Coast; Curry County Coast

Starts Nov 5, 10:00 PM PST

Ends Nov 6, 10:00 PM PST

Issued Nov 5, 1:25 PM PST

Severity Moderate

Urgency Expected

Certainty Likely

Details

* WHAT...An elevated risk of sneaker waves is expected.

* WHERE...Beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry counties.

* WHEN...From 10 PM PST this evening through Friday evening.

* IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over rocks and jetties. These waves can knock people off their feet and sweep them into the ocean. The waves can also move logs or other objects which could crush or trap anyone caught underneath.

* View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

Instructions

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

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