Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

San Francisco, CA ∙ Santa Cruz, CA ∙ Watsonville, CA ∙ Seacliff, CA ∙ Marin City, CA ∙ Jenner, CA ∙ Broadmoor, CA ∙ Aptos Hills-Larkin Valley, CA ∙ Bodega, CA ∙ Pasatiempo, CA

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service San Francisco CA 456 AM PST Thu Dec 25 2025 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE TONIGHT... * WHAT...Hazardously strong coastal winds and jets will lead to blowing and drifting sand, wind waves up to 20 ft, and result in poor visibility along coastal beaches. * WHERE...Beaches along the Pacific Coast. * WHEN...Through late Thursday night. * IMPACTS...Dangerous coastal and near coastal conditions. Water rescues may be affected by poor visibility from sea spray and blowing sand. Potential for increased erosion. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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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