Sneaker Wave Warnings Issued for Oregon and California as Extreme Risk Threatens Beachgoers

Beach Hazard Statements are in effect for sneaker waves along the Oregon and California coasts, from Douglas County, Oregon, south to the Big Sur Coast.

NWS Eureka calls it an extreme risk of sneaker waves. NWS Medford calls it a high risk.

Northern California Coast: NWS Eureka

The statement remains in effect until 10 PM PST Monday for Coastal Del Norte, Northern Coastal Humboldt, Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino.

NWS Eureka said a very long period and energetic swell began building Sunday afternoon. The risk runs Sunday evening through Monday…

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