Coastal North Bay including Point Reyes National Seashore and San Francisco Peninsula Coast were placed under a beach hazards statement by the National Weather Service on Monday at 6:47 p.m. The statement is in effect until Wednesday Dec. 3, at 10 p.m.
The NWS San Francisco CA adds to anticipate, “Long period westerly swell will result in an increased risk for sneaker waves and strong rip currents. Breaking waves 10 to 14 feet, with long lulls of 10 to 20 minutes or more between largest sets.”
“Sneaker waves can unexpectedly run significantly farther up the beach than normal, including over rocks and jetties. Rip currents are typically more frequent and stronger in the vicinity of jetties, inlets, and piers,” according to the NWS. “Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves. Stay off the rocks and NEVER turn your back on the ocean!”
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