Kraig Pakulski / Sunday, February 15, 2026 / Categories: Regions, California; Santa Barbara County Beach Hazards Statement issued February 15 at 8:27PM PST until February 18 at 10:00AM PST 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…From Monday morning through Wednesday 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 coastal flooding possible around mid- morning and late-evening times of high tide on Tuesday and Wednesday. 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 February 15 at 8:27PM PST until February 18 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA appeared first on News Channel 3-12. Previous Article Los autos chinos preparan su desembarco en EE.UU. Next Article Gil Rosas performs benefit concert for Center for Successful Aging in Santa Barbara Print 19 Rate this article: No rating Tags: Alerts Please login or register to post comments.