The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for South facing Los Angeles County Beaches effective Friday 9/5 Through Monday 9/8. The forecast is calling for SSW Ground swell in the 4-7ft range to build in Friday and be followed up by swell from Hurricane Norbert in the 4-6ft range through monday. Minor costal flooding is possible at the high tides and very strong Rip Currents are possible along all L.A. County beaches. Please use caution while visiting the beach and always check in with a Lifeguard before ANY ocean activities.
We would like to remind the public to follow these critical safety messages to have a safe and enjoyable day at the beach!
Safety Messages:
- Always check in with a lifeguard before swimming in the ocean
- Always swim and surf near an open lifeguard station and never swim alone
- Stay off jetties and breakwalls during High Surf Advisories
- Never turn your back to the ocean when walking along the shoreline
- If in doubt of the large surf, do NOT go out!
For more information on Beach Safety click here
Current forecasted track of Hurricane Norbert:
