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Gale Warning
Issued: 4:22 AM Sep. 17, 2024 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT TUESDAY...

* WHAT...West winds 15 to 25 kt with gusts up to 35 kt and
combined seas 3 to 6 ft when conditions are worst.

* WHERE...Northwest portion of the zone, specifically from
Malibu west to the Channel Islands, and as far south as Santa
Barbara Island.

* WHEN...Until 3 AM PDT Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will create dangerous sea conditions
which could capsize or damage small and large vessels.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...See the Coastal Waters Forecast (CWFLOX)
for more.

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.

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Beach Hazard Statement
Issued: 4:19 AM Sep. 17, 2024 – National Weather Service
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 3 AM PDT
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Abnormally high tides of 6.5 feet are expected with
elevated surf up to 3 to 6 feet.

* WHERE...Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles
County Beaches.

* WHEN...Through late tonight.

* 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.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...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.

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.

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