Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

North Beach Peninsula, WA ∙ Oceanside, OR ∙ Florence, OR ∙ Warrenton, OR ∙ Toledo, OR ∙ Wheeler, OR ∙ Cape Kiwanda, OR ∙ Lewis and Clark National Wildlife Refuge, OR ∙ Otis, OR ∙ Chinook, WA

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Portland OR 209 AM PST Thu Jan 29 2026 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Sneaker waves possible. * WHERE...North and Central Coast of Oregon, and South Washington Coast. * WHEN...Through this evening. * IMPACTS...Waves can run up significantly farther on a beach than normal, including over rocks and jetties. Sneaker waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and quickly pull them into the frigid ocean which may lead to serious injury or drowning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A Beach Hazards Statement is issued when sneaker waves create potentially life-threatening conditions in the surf zone. Caution should be used when in or near the water. Always keep an eye on the waves, and be especially watchful of children. Those participating in razor clam digs should also exercise caution and stay observant of incoming waves. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.

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