A long period swell will impact our waters starting Sunday May 24th through Tuesday May 26th. Sneaker waves can surprise beachgoers, running up on the beach significantly farther than other waves. They…
Category: Beach Safety Alert
NETARTS OCEANSIDE FIRE DISTRICT RESPONDS TO BOAT IN DISTRESS AT BAY ENTRANCE NEW YEAR DAY JAN. 1
EDITOR’S NOTE: January 1, 2026 marks the beginning of a New Year, and this year, coincides with “King Tides” – astronomically high tides due to the full moon. These tides can cause…
King Tides – Another round happening January 1st – 4th!
These extremely high tides occur when the moon’s orbit comes closest to the earth, the earth’s orbit is closest to the sun, and the sun, moon and earth are in direct alignment,…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT: HIGH SURF ADVISORY – 2AM SATURDAY NOV. 1ST TO 5PM SATURDAY
* WHAT…Large waves and hazardous surf conditions. Breakers up to 20 to 25 feet. * WHERE…North and Central Coast of Oregon, and South Washington Coast. * WHEN…From 2 AM to 5 PM…
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE BEACH HAZARD WARNING: SNEAKER WAVES FROM NOON FRIDAY, OCT. 17 UNTIL 9:00PM SUNDAY OCT. 19
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a Beach Hazard Statement for the North Oregon Coast and South Washington Coast from 12 p.m. Friday, Oct 17, until 9 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 19….
Pathogen risk found at 79% of sampled Oregon coastal beaches in 2024; Advocates call for continued investment in water infrastructure
Portland, Ore. – As Oregonians return to local beaches this summer, a new report released on Tuesday warns that more work is needed to ensure that all waters are safe for swimming. In 2024, 19 Oregon…
OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY BEACH MONITORING ALERT: Nye Beach in Lincoln County health advisory issued July 2
High bacteria levels prompt OHA recommendation to avoid water contact PORTLAND, Ore.—Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is issuing a public health advisory today for unsafe levels of fecal bacteria in ocean waters at Nye Beach…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ALERT: High Surf Warning from 04:00PM today February 24 until 12:00PM Tuesday
* WHAT…Large waves and dangerous surf conditions. Breakers up to 34 feet. * WHERE…Tillamook County Coast and Central Coast of Oregon. * WHEN…From 4 PM this afternoon to noon PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS…Destructive…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ADVISORY: Advisory: High Surf Advisory from 04:00PM Monday Feb. 24 until 04:00PM Tuesday Feb. 25
* WHAT…Large waves and hazardous surf conditions. Breakers of 25 to 30 ft. * WHERE…North and Central Coast of Oregon, and South Washington Coast. * WHEN…From 4 PM Monday to 4 PM PST Tuesday. * IMPACTS…Destructive waves…
NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE: Moderate Risk for Sneaker Waves Friday Jan. 10 through Sunday Jan. 12
There is a moderate risk for sneaker waves along the Oregon coast and south Washington coast from Friday, Jan. 10th through Sunday, Jan. 12th. Beachgoers should stay alert, avoid the surf zone…
