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Beach Hazards Statement for Coastal Del Norte, Northern Coastal Humboldt, Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino, California

In effect until 10:00 PM PST, Monday, November 2, 2026.

Issued by the National Weather Service in Eureka at 10:07 PM PDT, Saturday, October 31, 2026.

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The Weather Service's text

WHAT...Increased threat of sneaker waves expected.

WHERE...Coastal Del Norte, Northern Coastal Humboldt, Southwestern Humboldt and Coastal Mendocino Counties.

WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening. .

IMPACTS...Large, unexpected waves can sweep across the beach without warning, sweeping people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. These sneaker waves can also move large objects such as logs, crushing anyone caught underneath.

What to do

Don't be fooled by an ocean that looks calm. There can be 30 minutes of small waves before a sneaker wave strikes. Avoid rocks and jetties. Avoid steep beaches. Stay much farther back from the water and never turn your back on the ocean.

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