Malibu Beaches Face High Surf Risks Along Los Angeles Coast

Malibu and Los Angeles County beaches face dangerous ocean conditions on Sunday as the National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA warns of high surf, coastal flooding, erosion and strong rip currents affecting beaches, harbors and shoreline areas.

The National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA said high surf of 4 to 7 feet is expected, while vulnerable south-facing beaches including Long Beach and Malibu could experience damaging seawater flooding. The agency also warned of strong rip currents.

"For vulnerable south-facing beaches, especially Long Beach and Malibu, damaging sea-water flooding is likely. For all other beaches and harbors, minor coastal flooding is expected. High surf of 4 to 7 feet is also expected with strong rip currents," said the National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA.

The agency said Sunday could bring varying coastal flooding impacts because of rain, wind, low pressure tidal effects and swells arriving from multiple directions. High tides of 7.3 to 7.6 feet are expected each morning, according to the National Weather Service.

The National Weather Service warned that south-facing beaches could see damage to beach roads and structures near high tide, while other beaches and harbors may experience shallow flooding affecting beaches and walkways.

"For vulnerable south-facing beaches, sea-water flooding can damage beach roads and structures, especially around the time of high tide. For all other beaches and harbors, shallow and minor sea-water flooding can impact beaches and walkways. For all beach areas, significant erosion is expected.

There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore.

Stay off of beaches and coastal walkways, roads, and structures. Do NOT drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Heed advice from local officials.

Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks," said the National Weather Service Los Angeles/Oxnard CA.