6 Foot Surf In Newport Beach, Beach Hazard Due To Rip Currents

NEWPORT BEACH, CA — Newport Beach will see powerful swells through Wednesday evening, the National Weather Service reported Monday, after issuing a beach hazard advisory in anticipation of the rough tides.

The beach hazard advisory is in place from 8 p.m. Monday to Wednesday evening, the National Weather Service wrote in its report. Newport Beach residents can expect an elevated surf of three to six feet. The surf advisory has also been issued for San Diego County, where coastal cities could see waves of up to seven feet.

"Strong rip currents will create dangerous swimming conditions," The service reported. "Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions."

Proficient swimmers who are looking for a better than average surf to start their week can visit Orange County Health Care Agency's map on current water quality across the county coast. To view Orange County's tide forecast, visit TidesChart.com.