High surf advisory issued for Southern California coast
A high surf advisory was issued for coastal areas across Southern California, according to the National Weather Service.
The advisory is in effect from Thursday at 10 a.m. to Saturday.
The impacted areas include:
- San Diego County Coastal Areas
- Orange County Coastal
- Malibu Coast
- Los Angeles County Beaches
- Ventura County Beaches
NWS said the areas could see large breaking waves of seven to 14 feet, as well as dangerous rip currents.
"There is an increased risk for ocean drowning," according to NWS alerts. "Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore."