Advisory warns of large breaking waves ranging from 8 to 12 feet on west-facing beaches
– The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory for beaches in San Luis Obispo County and Santa Barbara County. The advisory is in effect from noon on Monday, Jan. 6, through 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7.
The advisory warns of large breaking waves ranging from 8 to 12 feet on west-facing beaches, along with dangerous rip currents.
The National Weather Service cautions that these conditions pose an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea, and large waves may cause injury, wash individuals off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near the shore.
Officials recommend staying out of the water due to hazardous surf conditions or remaining near occupied lifeguard towers. The public is also advised to stay off rock jetties, as they can be deadly under such conditions.