High Surf Advisory

Locations Affected

Oxnard, CA ∙ Ventura, CA ∙ Morro Bay, CA ∙ Grover Beach, CA ∙ Channel Islands Beach, CA ∙ Harmony, CA ∙ San Luis Obispo Bay, CA ∙ Lompoc Airport, CA ∙ San Simeon Point Piedras Blancas, CA ∙ Cayucos, CA

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA 333 PM PST Wed Dec 3 2025 ...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL NOON PST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Large breaking waves 4 to 7 feet with dangerous rip currents. Tidal overflow will flood some normally dry beach areas. * WHERE...Ventura County Beaches. * WHEN...Until noon PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore. Pooling of sea water is possible around high tide at beach and harbor areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges. Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. No significant damage is expected. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides of 7.2 to 7.8 feet MLLW will occur between 6 and 10am each morning. Minor coastal flooding will persist through Saturday due to the very large high tides. A Beach Hazard Statement will likely to be issued following the expiration of this High Surf Advisory. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.

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