Beachgoers in Santa Barbara County are advised to exercise caution this week as elevated surf, strong rip currents, and unusually high tides create hazardous conditions along the coastline.
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a beach hazards statement for the Santa Barbara County coastline through 3 a.m. Thursday.
South-facing beaches can expect breaking waves of 3 to 6 feet, with evening high tides reaching around 7 feet, according to the advisory…