Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

San Francisco, CA ∙ Santa Cruz, CA ∙ Watsonville, CA ∙ Stinson Beach, CA ∙ Del Monte Forest, CA ∙ Prunedale, CA ∙ Rio del Mar, CA ∙ Corralitos, CA ∙ Bodega Head, CA ∙ Lobitos, CA

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service San Francisco CA 536 AM PST Wed Nov 19 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH MONDAY EVENING... * WHAT...A long period northwesterly swell will result in an increased risk for sneaker waves and rip currents. Breaking waves of 13 to 18 feet are expected. * WHERE...Pacific Coast beaches. * WHEN...From Thursday afternoon through Monday evening. * IMPACTS...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. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions. Stay off rocks and never turn your back on the ocean!

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