Beach Hazards and Sneaker Waves

NWS warns of hazardous conditions along Northern California coastline

The entire Northern California coastline is under beach hazard warnings. The National Weather Service warns that, for the next few days, the danger will be higher than normal. San Francisco’s Baker Beach is notorious for having exceptionally strong sneaker waves. The danger of those waves will be higher than normal, according to the NWS. Santa Cruz State Parks lifeguards said teams have been busy with water rescues for more than a week. Two Bay …

Beach hazards and sneaker waves

There will also be drizzling in some areas

California Weather Alert Sunday: Pacific Coast Beaches Near San Francisco Under Sneaker Wave Threat

San Francisco, Calif. – A calm-looking ocean can become dangerous in seconds, and that's exactly what forecasters are warning beachgoers about along Northern California's coastline this weekend and into midweek. Powerful sneaker waves and strong rip currents are creating a growing public safety concern from Point Reyes to Monterey Bay. According to the National Weather Service in San Francisco, a Beach Hazards Statement remains in...