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Beach Hazard Statement
Issued: 3:44 AM Jul. 13, 2026 – National Weather Service
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. Potential thunderstorms could produce lightning. Abnormally high tides of 7.0 to 7.5 feet are expected each evening. * WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County Central Coast Beaches, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast, Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN...Through Wednesday evening. * IMPACTS...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. Lightning strikes can harm individuals. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A south to southwest swell will affect the coastal waters through the week. With abnormally high tides and south swell, there is the potential for some minor coastal flooding in low lying areas. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. Seek shelter inside a fully enclosed building or car with metal roof if lightning is in the area and wait until the lightning has left the area. &&
Extreme Heat Watch
Issued: 8:46 AM Jul. 12, 2026 – National Weather Service
...EXTREME HEAT WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM TUESDAY MORNING THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING... * WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 95 to 110 away from the coast, and 85 to 95 near the coast possible. * WHERE...A portion of southwest California. * WHEN...From Tuesday morning through Thursday evening. * IMPACTS...There is a high risk for dangerous heat illness for anyone, especially for the very young, the very old, those without air conditioning, and those active outdoors. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Monsoonal moisture will add to the discomfort level next week. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. &&
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