Carlsbad Beach Advisory Underway As Ocean Swell Surges

CARLSBAD, CA — With the cold-weather storm, a swell has moved into Carlsbad, Encinitas and San Diego County coastline, however beachgoers were advised to stay out of all coastal beaches and bays due to bacteria-heavy runoff, according to the County of San Diego Department of Environmental Health and Quality.

Swimming and surfing was not advised for 72 hours after the rain event, with ocean advisories in place along the entire San Diego coastline.

"Water contact such as swimming, surfing and diving should be avoided during rain for 72 hours following a rain event," the DEHQ said. Rainwater coming from storm drains, creeks, rivers and lagoon outlets may cause illness, according to the department spokesperson.

The storm brought in a swell of 7-10 feet at 12-14 second periods arrived at the beaches after midnight Sunday.

Beachgoers saw some wave sets of up to 6-7 feet on some of the west-facing beaches on Monday and Tuesday, as well as enhanced risks for rip currents.

A small craft advisory would remain in place until 4 p.m. Monday for coastal waters from San Mateo Point to the Mexican Border and out to 30 nautical miles of waters from San Mateo Point to the Mexican border extending 30 to 60 nautical miles out including San Clemente Island.