Kraig Pakulski / Thursday, January 8, 2026 / Categories: Regions, California; Santa Barbara County Beach Hazards Statement issued January 8 at 12:04PM PST until January 9 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA * WHAT…Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves due to elevated surf expected. * WHERE…Catalina and Santa Barbara Islands, Ventura County Beaches, Malibu Coast and Los Angeles County Beaches. * WHEN…Through Friday evening. * 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…Surf heights of 3 to 6 feet with local sets to 7 feet are expected. 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 January 8 at 12:04PM PST until January 9 at 9:00PM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA appeared first on News Channel 3-12. Previous Article SLO County Rolls Out Redesigned Website to Track Respiratory Illnesses in the Community Next Article Luxury Oceanfront Estate in Santa Barbara’s Mesa Neighborhood Hits the Market for $14.5 Million Print 30 Rate this article: No rating Tags: Alerts Please login or register to post comments.