Kraig Pakulski / Sunday, May 17, 2026 / Categories: Regions, California; Santa Barbara County Beach Hazards Statement issued May 17 at 9:02AM PDT until May 18 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA * WHAT…Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. * WHERE…Santa Barbara County Southwestern Coast and Santa Barbara County Southeastern Coast. * WHEN…Through Monday morning. * IMPACTS…There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Minor Beach erosion and isolated minor coastal flooding is possible. Most likely during the evening high tides (7pm to 11pm) tonight. Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks. The post Beach Hazards Statement issued May 17 at 9:02AM PDT until May 18 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA appeared first on News Channel 3-12. Previous Article Severe storms with intense tornadoes possible in Central US through Monday Next Article Santa Barbara County Junior Lifeguard Program Opens Registration for 2026 Season Print 10 Rate this article: No rating Tags: Alerts Please login or register to post comments.