Santa Barbara County, Calif., is experiencing dangerous waves due to hurricane activity in the Pacific. The National Weather Service has issued an alert for the area, warning of elevated surf and strong rip currents.
Beach Safety
Beachgoers are advised to exercise caution when visiting the beach, as sneaker waves could knock people into the water or cause injury. Rocks and jetty areas are particularly hazardous in these conditions.
Water temperatures in Southern California have been rising, with readings from San Diego, Santa Monica, and Santa Barbara ranging from 70 to 78 degrees. This is significantly higher than the normal range of 60 to 68 degrees.
Original reporting: KEYT (Ventura/Santa Barbara) — read the source article.