High Surf Advisory
Clallam, Grays Harbor and Jefferson counties, WA · ended Wed 4:00 PM PST
Never turn your back on the ocean and keep children and pets close. Know the tides and forecast conditions. Follow warning signs and respect barriers.
* WHAT...Large breaking waves along the coast.
* WHERE...Northern Washington Coast and Grays Harbor County Coast zones.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Large breaking waves can knock people off their feet, move driftwood and debris, and crash over rocks and jetties. People can be injured or drown while observing the ocean. Localized beach and coastal erosion is expected.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Significant log and debris pile-up on the beaches and jetties from the high surf last weekend will pose additional threats to those on the beaches and will exacerbate coastal erosion.
What to do during a High Surf Advisory
- 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 Advisory questions
What is a rip current?
A narrow, fast channel of water flowing away from the shore.