CENTRAL COAST, Calif. — Beachgoers heading to the Central Coast this holiday weekend are being urged to use extra caution as high surf, dangerous rip currents, and the potential for minor coastal flooding create hazardous ocean conditions.
The powerful waves drawing visitors to local beaches can quickly become dangerous, especially for inexperienced swimmers.
“If you’re not a good, experienced swimmer and you get in over your head, you can really get in trouble,” said former professional bodyboarder Joey Gibbs…