The Bay Area coast was battered by cresting waves on Saturday, flooding parking lots, closing roads and beaches and prompting evacuation warnings for homes near the shoreline.
The National Weather Service issued an “extreme” weather risk warning for waves from Friday to early Sunday morning, its highest level of advisory. Breaking waves of 25 to 35 feet were forecast, with some waves reaching 50 feet. The U.S. Coast Guard also issued a warning, telling locals to stay away from the shore.
“Stay clear of beaches until local lifeguards and law enforcement officials announce that water recreation is safe,” the press release said. “Avoid wet sand, rock walls, and jetties. Unexpected sneaker waves can pull people into the ocean, even from dry land.”…