Monster Waves Up To 50 Feet Threaten Bay Area Coast As Storms Arrive
Forecasters warn of 25- to 35-foot waves and sneaker waves as officials close beaches and the wharf to reduce flood and drowning risks.
- The National Weather Service issued a high surf warning for the Bay Area effective from 6 p.m. Friday until 4 a.m. Sunday, with breaking waves predicted to reach 25 to 30 feet.
- Powerful storms in the Gulf of Alaska, combined with El Nino-related ocean warming and astronomical high tides, are driving the dangerous conditions. Tides are running more than a foot above typical levels.
- NWS meteorologist Joe Merchant warned the conditions will be "pretty problematic," while Ken Smith urged beachgoers to keep a distance of 200 yards from the water.
- Officials issued emergency alerts for "considerable or catastrophic" hazards across the Bay Area, as rising tides may cause up to 1.6 feet of coastal flooding and localized road closures.
- Even higher astronomical tides are expected around Thanksgiving and Christmas, forecasters noted, as unsettled weather persists in the region following this weekend's dangerous high surf event.
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