Beach hazards statement issued for Bay Area Shorelines for Saturday and Sunday

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On Thursday at 12:52 p.m. the NWS San Francisco CA issued a beach hazards statement valid from Saturday 11 a.m. until Sunday 11 p.m. The statement is for Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, San Francisco Peninsula Coast, Northern Monterey Bay and Big Sur as well as San Francisco County.

The NWS informs, "An incoming long-period northwesterly swell will increase the risk of sneaker waves and strong rip currents."

"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," adds the NWS. "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."

This statement is in effect until Sunday at 11 p.m.

Source: The National Weather Service

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This story was originally published April 30, 2026 at 12:56 PM.