Public Safety
Beach hazards alert covers Southern California coast through Tuesday
National Weather Service statements warn of 3- to 6-foot surf, dangerous rip currents and possible minor tidal overflow from Ventura County through San Diego County.
Beach Hazards Statements are in effect along much of the Southern California coast from Sunday morning through Tuesday morning, covering Ventura County beaches, Malibu, Los Angeles County beaches, Orange County coastal areas and San Diego County coastal areas.
The National Weather Service expects elevated surf to build to 3 to 6 feet Sunday and persist through Tuesday morning. Forecasters warn that rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea, while breaking waves can wash people off beaches and rocks or capsize small boats near shore.
Surf: 3 to 6 feet
Timing: Sunday morning through Tuesday morning
Areas: Ventura, Los Angeles, Orange and San Diego county coasts
Main hazards: Rip currents, breaking waves and possible minor tidal overflow
South-facing beaches may see minor erosion or overflow
The Los Angeles/Oxnard forecast office highlighted possible minor beach erosion and tidal overflow near Long Beach. The San Diego office identified a similar risk at south-facing beaches, especially around Huntington Beach.
Forecasters advise people to remain out of the water or stay near occupied lifeguard towers and to keep off rock jetties during the hazardous conditions.
Official Orange and San Diego County statement: National Weather Service San Diego — October 18, 2026 →
Official Los Angeles and Ventura County statement: National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard — October 17, 2026 →