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Gale Warning
Issued: 8:04 PM Feb. 15, 2026 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM MONDAY TO 7 AM PST TUESDAY... * WHAT...South winds becoming west winds of 20 to 30 knots with gusts up to 35 knots and seas 8 to 12 ft expected. Localized gusts of up to 40 knots will be possible at times. * WHERE...Coastal Waters from San Mateo Point to the Mexican Border and out to 10 nm and Waters from San Mateo Point to the Mexican Border Extending 10 to 60 nm out including San Clemente Island. * WHEN...From 7 AM Monday to 7 AM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Strong south winds Monday morning turn westerly Monday afternoon as a strong frontal boundary moves over the waters. Seas 8 to 12 feet and gale force gusts will cause dangerous conditions for most craft. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions. &&
High Surf Advisory
Issued: 8:00 PM Feb. 15, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 4 AM PST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 11 feet, with sets to 13 feet. Minor coastal flooding will also be a threat. * WHERE...San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas. * WHEN...From 10 AM Monday to 4 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. High rip current risk. Minor tidal overflow into parking lots and boardwalks also possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Surf will peak Wednesday morning through Wednesday evening, especially for San Diego County. Rip currents are powerful channels of water flowing quickly away from shore, which occur most often at low spots or breaks in the sandbar and in the vicinity of structures such as groins, jetties and piers. Heed the advice of lifeguards, beach patrol, flags and signs. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions. &&
Wind Advisory
Issued: 6:07 PM Feb. 15, 2026 – National Weather Service
...WIND ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 AM TO 8 PM PST MONDAY... * WHAT...South winds 15 to 25 mph with gusts 30 to 40 mph expected, locally up to 45 mph possible. * WHERE...Orange County Coastal Areas, Orange County Inland Areas, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Diego County Coastal Areas, San Diego County Valleys, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 8 PM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result. Shallow rooted trees may be uprooted. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Winds will be strongest with the passage of the cold front. The front is currently expected to pass through Orange County/Inland Empire early Monday afternoon and San Diego County late Monday afternoon. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution. &&
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