Update: Beach hazards statement issued for Los Angeles County beaches until Monday midday

Catalina/Santa Barbara Islands, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast are the focus of an updated beach hazards statement released at 12:55 p.m. on Tuesday by the National Weather Service. The statement is in effect until Nov. 16 at noon.

“Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf. Minor tidal overflows are possible during morning high tides,” can be expected according to the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA. “A significant westerly swell is expected this weekend with impacts likely peaking Saturday. There is potential for advisory-level surf, enhanced beach erosion and minor tidal overflows. Posing most risk to west-facing beaches. Coastal hazards are likely to continue well into next week.”

“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,” the NWS said. “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.”

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