Dangerous Beach and Surf Warnings
National Weather Service Issues Dangerous Beach and Rip Current Warnings for Carolinas and California
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The National Weather Service warned of hazardous beach conditions Tuesday along parts of the North Carolina and South Carolina coasts, with strong north-to-south currents and a moderate rip-current risk that could sweep swimmers into dangerous areas. In Southern California, beach hazard statements are in effect from Tuesday afternoon through Friday night for Orange and San Diego county coasts, Los Angeles- and Ventura-area beaches, and nearby islands. Surf of 3 to 6 feet and morning and evening high tides of 6.5 to 7 feet could cause powerful rip currents, hazardous breaking waves, minor coastal flooding and beach erosion. Waves could sweep people from beaches and rocks, endanger small boats and flood vulnerable low-lying areas. Officials advise staying out of the water or near staffed lifeguard towers, avoiding rock jetties and checking for updated advisories.
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The Carolinas statement was issued at 8:13 p.m. Monday and was valid from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tuesday for Coastal Pender, Coastal New Hanover and Coastal Georgetown; the NWS warned longshore currents could sweep swimmers into piers and jetties or make it difficult to return to shore.
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The NWS said there was a moderate chance of upgrading the Southern California statements to Coastal Flood Advisories and/or High Surf Advisories, and that the advisories might need to continue into the weekend.
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For the Los Angeles-area coast and nearby islands, the NWS said flooding could affect beach parking lots, bike paths and harbor walkways, especially during morning and evening high tides.
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