CATALINA AND SANTA BARBARA ISLANDS; SANTA BARBA… — * WHAT...Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf. Minor tidal overflows are possible during morning high tides.
* WHERE...Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast.
* WHEN...Through Monday morning.
* 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...A significant westerly swell is expected this weekend with impacts likely peaking Saturday. There is potential for advisory-level surf, enhanced beach erosion and minor tidal overflows. Posing most risk to west-facing beaches. Coastal hazards are likely to continue well into next week.
Local conditions in Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands; Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast may affect travel, public safety, or daily routines. Stay informed and adjust plans if conditions change.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Residents should be prepared for possible effects on travel, public safety, and daily routines while the situation remains active.
Recommended steps: stay informed via official sources; avoid non-essential travel in the area; secure outdoor items if weather is involved; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this developing situation and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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