Moderate Storm Surge ● Active
Beach Hazards Statement issued October 30 at 7:19PM PDT until November 2 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR, United States of America
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* WHAT...A moderate risk for sneaker waves is expected. A building
west-northwest long period swell is expected to combine with
lowering west-northwest swell and a south swell.
* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos, and Curry counties.
* WHEN...From Sunday evening through Monday afternoon.
* 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.
* View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
Measurements
| Coordinates | 39.9645, -100.8105 |
|---|---|
| Region | South Central Oregon Coast; Curry County Coast |
| Location Precision | country |
| Issuing Authority | United States of America — us-noaa-nws-en |
| Cap Urgency | Expected |
| Cap Certainty | Likely |
| Cap Expires | 2026-11-01T04:00:00-08:00 |
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Area as the agency stated it: South Central Oregon Coast; Curry County Coast
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