High Surf Advisory
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory due to Typhoon Bolaven, which will bring extremely large breaking waves starting today, October 19th and continuing through the weekend.
Wave size will vary significantly from break to break as long-period swells like this tend to do. Waves could run triple overhead at standout west-facing breaks, with the high-end calculations coming in at 15 feet. Lifeguards recommend that the high surf is for expert surfers only. Please know your limits!
It is strongly advised to refrain from beach walking during these high surf conditions, as it can be extremely dangerous. What appears to be a beautiful, spacious beach can quickly disappear in a matter of seconds due to rogue wave surges that can the reach the base of the bluffs. Rip currents and longshore currents will be exceptionally strong today and tomorrow, October 20th. Beachgoers are urged to exercise caution and to keep a watchful eye on the horizon from now through Saturday, October 21st.
For more information on beach safety, please contact the Marine Safety Department at (858) 720-4444 or msafety@cosb.org.
For more information on the High Surf Advisory, please visit the National Weather Service's webpage.