High Surf Warning
Clatsop, Lane, Lincoln and Tillamook counties, OR; Pacific County, WA · ended Sun 10:00 PM PST
Large waves and strong rip currents make the water dangerous. Stay out of the water.
While wave heights will continue to remain elevated through early Monday morning, the dominant period has decreased. So, while breakers are expected to be below 20 ft, caution should still be taken when on or near the surf zone. So, will let the high surf warning expire at 10 PM this evening.
As a reminder, please be aware of your surroundings when venturing to the beach. Keep off of jetties, rocks and logs. If you see someone swept into the sea do not swim in after them. Call 911 and keep an eye on them until help arrives.
What to do during a High Surf Warning
- 1Stay out of the waterEven strong swimmers can be pulled away.
- 2If a rip current pulls youDon’t fight it. Swim parallel to the shore, then back in, or float and wave for help.
- 3Stay off rocks and jettiesLarge waves can sweep people away.
Watch vs. Warning
High Surf Warning questions
What is a rip current?
A narrow, fast channel of water flowing away from the shore.