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Beach Hazards Statement
In effect: Saturday, May 02 2026 11:00 AM PDT – Sunday, May 03 2026 11:00 PM PDT
Issued by NWS San Francisco CA
BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING
What:
An incoming long-period northwesterly swell will
increase the risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents.
Where:
Beaches along the Pacific Coast.
When:
From Saturday morning through Sunday evening.
Impacts:
Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and
localized beach erosion can be expected. Sneaker waves can
sweep across the shoreline without warning, pulling people
into the sea from rocks, jetties and beaches.
Instructions:
Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside
infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous surf
and NEVER turn your back on the ocean. Monitor local weather,
surf and tide forecasts at www.weather.gov/mtr.
Areas Impacted:
San Francisco
Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore
San Francisco Peninsula Coast
Northern Monterey Bay
Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast
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