On Thursday at 2:55 p.m. a beach hazards statement was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until Monday, Mar. 3 at 9 p.m. for Northern Monterey Bay.

The NWS San Francisco CA states to prepare for, “Westerly swell 7 feet with swell periods 16 seconds with occasional breakers to 12 feet except swell periods up to 20 seconds resulting in breakers near 14 feet Friday night and Saturday morning.”

“Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion. Sneaker waves can unexpectedly run significantly farther up the beach than normal, including over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean waters, where currents will be stronger than normal. These waves can also carry driftwood logs and other debris,” the NWS said. “Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.”