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On Sunday at 12:37 p.m. a beach hazards statement was released by the NWS San Diego CA in effect until Wednesday at 11 p.m. for San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal.
“Long period (17 – 19 second) south-southwesterly swell (190 – 200 degrees) building creating elevated surf conditions with waves 2 – 4 feet this afternoon into Tuesday. Breaking waves of 4-6 feet are expected, with sets up to 7 feet possible on south- facing beaches,” can be expected according to the NWS. “A beach hazards statement for elevated surf means that waves will be high enough to cause danger to inexperienced swimmers in the water. Elevated surf also frequently results in strong rip currents which can drag people away from the shore and possibly result in drowning. Always swim near a lifeguard.”
“Rip current risk and dangerous swimming conditions,” explains the NWS. “Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.”
This statement is in effect until Wednesday at 11 p.m.
Source: The National Weather Service
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This story was originally published March 15, 2026 at 12:42 PM.