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At 7:32 p.m. on Saturday, the NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA released an updated beach hazards statement valid from Sunday 9 a.m. until Tuesday 9 a.m. The statement is for Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles.
“Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Surf will build to 3 to 6 feet Sunday and persist through Tuesday morning,” explains the NWS. “Minor beach erosion and tidal overflows may occur across south-facing beaches especially in the Long Beach area.”
“There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore,” comments the NWS. “Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.”
This statement is in effect until Tuesday at 9 a.m.
Source: The National Weather Service
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This story was originally published October 17, 2026 at 12:07 PM.