Beach Hazard Statement

Locations Affected

San Francisco, CA ∙ Santa Cruz, CA ∙ Watsonville, CA ∙ Sand City, CA ∙ Point San Pedro, CA ∙ Salmon Creek, CA ∙ San Gregorio, CA ∙ Marina, CA ∙ Point Reyes National Seashore, CA ∙ Pleasure Point, CA

Full Alert Message

Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service San Francisco CA 844 PM PDT Tue Jun 16 2026 ...COASTAL FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT WEDNESDAY... ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE WEDNESDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.7 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents expected. * WHERE...Pacific Coast Beaches. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 5 AM PDT Wednesday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, until 5 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...High tide flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected. Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion can be expected. Sneaker waves can sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...At the San Francisco tidal gauge, high tide is expected to be 1.7 ft above normal (7.5 ft MLLW) at 12:56 AM on Wednesday. High tide varies up to 90 minutes earlier or later along the Pacific Coast and through the San Francisco Bay, respectively. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Monitor local weather, surf and tide forecasts at www.weather.gov/mtr.

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