Weather Alert in Oregon
Beach Hazards Statement issued February 5 at 2:08PM PST until February 6 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
AREAS AFFECTED: South Central Oregon Coast; Curry County Coast
DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...Moderate risk of sneaker waves expected. * WHERE...Beaches of Curry, Coos, and Douglas counties. * WHEN...From 7 PM PST this evening through Friday evening. * IMPACTS...Sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and sweep them into the ocean. The waves can also move logs or other objects which could crush or trap anyone caught underneath. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...While sneaker waves can occur at any time, the greatest risk is on an incoming tide. Please be aware of the tides if venturing out onto the beaches. The high tides will occur roughly between 2 and 3 AM and again around 2 to 3 PM PST Friday. * View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
INSTRUCTION: Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.
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