Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

Chula Vista, CA ∙ San Diego, CA ∙ Huntington Beach, CA ∙ Oceanside, CA ∙ Carlsbad, CA ∙ Costa Mesa, CA ∙ Vista, CA ∙ Newport Beach, CA ∙ Encinitas, CA ∙ San Clemente, CA

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service San Diego CA 149 AM PDT Tue Mar 17 2026 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Surf of 2 to 4 feet, with sets up to 6 feet. Highest surf in Orange County. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas and San Diego County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...Through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...Moderate rip current risk and locally hazardous swimming conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A beach hazards statement is issued when threats such as rip currents and other hazards are elevated. Caution should be used when in or near the water.

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