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The NWS San Francisco CA issued a beach hazards statement at 9:26 p.m. on Wednesday valid from Friday 6 a.m. until Monday 11 p.m. The statement is for Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast, Northern Monterey Bay and Big Sur as well as San Francisco County.
The NWS informs, “Increased risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents due to incoming long period southerly swell associated with tropical activity in the Eastern Pacific Ocean. Breaking waves to around 10 feet expected.”
“Dangerous conditions are forecast along the shoreline. Hazards include sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and large breaking waves,” says the NWS. “Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf and NEVER turn your back on the ocean.”
This statement is in effect until Monday at 11 p.m.
Source: The National Weather Service
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This story was originally published September 2, 2026 at 9:29 PM.