Active AlertsSan Diego County Coastal Areas

Flood Watch

Issued at Wed 5:49 AM Dec. 24

Issued by: National Weather Service

Recommended Action

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

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Wind Advisory

Issued at Wed 2:21 AM Dec. 24

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 45 mph expected.
Where: Orange County Coastal Areas, Orange County Inland Areas, San Bernardino and Riverside County Valleys-The Inland Empire, San Diego County Coastal Areas, San Diego County Valleys, and Santa Ana Mountains and Foothills.
When: Until 10 PM PST this evening.
Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects. Tree limbs could be blown down and a few power outages may result.
Additional Details: Strongest winds for Orange County and the Inland Empire will be in the morning to early afternoon. Strongest winds for San Diego county will be mid to late morning into the evening.

Recommended Action

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

High Surf Advisory

Issued at Wed 2:37 AM Dec. 24

Issued by: National Weather Service

Description

What: Large breaking waves of 5 to 8 feet with local sets to 9 feet, highest for south-facing beaches.
Where: San Diego County Coastal Areas and Orange County Coastal Areas.
When: Until 11 AM PST Saturday.
Impacts: Dangerous swimming and surfing conditions and localized beach erosion.
Additional Details: Minor tidal overflow and coastal flooding possible for south-facing beaches today, especially during high tide this morning, due to strong southerly winds.

Recommended Action

Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions.

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