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The authorities issued a High Surf Advisory in effect for Central Coast and Ventura County beaches.
The notice is in effect from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. this Friday, January 6.
Since the afternoon of this Wednesday, the National Weather Service (NWS) reported that the swell, which can range from 12 to 22 feetit will be dangerous on the central coast and Ventura County due to the intense storm impacting much of California.
Coastal waters will become dangerous as the storm brings gale force winds, heavy rain, large steep seas and high surf. Largest seas/strongest winds for the Central & Ventura coast, where pier damage, flooding of beach roads/lots is possible. #socal #marinewx #CAwx pic.twitter.com/PoTpcwhBWQ
— NWS Los Angeles (@NWSLosAngeles) January 4, 2023
breaking waves could cause damage to docks and lead to coastal floodingsaid the NWS. Southern California has seen this type of dock damage before, in 2015 and again in 2018.
The Ventura County Department of Public Works said the waves could begin to break further offshore than normally seen, and it is possible (when waves go from deep to shallow water) that they could build up.
The city of Ventura reported that the pier will remain closed until this Friday.
It is forecast that, over the weekend, temperatures will remain about six degrees cooler than normal.
Under heavy rain conditions, Los Angeles County Department of Public Health officials issued an advisory for residents to avoid contact with ocean water near storm drains, streams and rivers due to possible contamination. The ocean water quality advisory will remain in effect at least until 7:00 am this Friday.
Here are the rainfall totals so far. Definitely less than what we were expecting as the storm did not slow down, but still healthy totals. More showers or thunderstorms expected into the evening hours, with an additional 0.10 to 0.75 inches expected. #cawx #larain pic.twitter.com/vW2wGRDTJ8
— NWS Los Angeles (@NWSLosAngeles) January 5, 2023
Health officials noted that Stormwater reaching the ocean can be contaminated by bacteria, chemicals, trash, and other health hazards.
People who come into contact with impacted ocean water could become sick, health officials said.
More rain was forecast early next week, with showers likely Sunday through Tuesday, according to the NWS.
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