# Beach Hazards Statement: Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast — retained record

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source: [us-gov-api](https://highsignal.app/data/us-gov-api) (us-gov-api:noaa-weather)  published 2026-09-08 13:34 ingested 2026-09-09 02:51

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Beach Hazards Statement — Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast; Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast
Severity: Moderate. Certainty: Likely.
* WHAT...Dangerous and potentially life threatening rip currents
and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected.

* WHERE...Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa
Barbara County Southeastern Coast.

* WHEN...Through Thursday evening.

* IMPACTS...There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip
currents will be widespread and very strong, potentially pulling
swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off
beaches and rocks. Pooling of sea water is possible around high
tide at beach areas that is uncommon with normal tidal ranges.
Enhanced beach erosion is also possible. Highest impact
potential is tonight, with more minor impacts Wednesday through
Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...High tides near 7 feet will occur each
evening between 7PM and 11PM.

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