High Surf Advisory In San Clemente, Strong Winds In OC

SAN CLEMENTE, CA — Get those surfboards out, San Clemente. A high surf advisory will go into effect Tuesday evening throughout coastal Orange County as waves ranging from four to seven feet are predicted to crash onto the shoreline.

The high surf advisory is slotted to start 4 p.m. Tuesday, and is expected to be cleared by 1 a.m. Thursday, the National Weather Service reported.

"Strong rip currents will lead to dangerous swimming conditions," The service wrote in its report. "Inexperienced swimmers should remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions."

A wind advisory will also take effect Monday across inland Orange County as gusty winds and warming temperatures spread across the county.

According to the National Weather Service, the advisory will be in effect from 3 a.m. Monday through 4 p.m. Tuesday with expected winds up to 25 mph in Orange County but much stronger in higher elevations. Residents can expect moderate daytime temperatures from 75 degrees Fahrenheit to 79 degrees Fahrenheit through the wind advisory.

The strongest gusts will be felt along the foothills Friday evening and range from 45 to 50 mph, according to the NWS.

"Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high-profile vehicle. Secure outdoor objects," the agency warned. Blustery winds can also blow around unsecured objects, tree limbs may be blown down and a few power outages may occur, the NWS reported.

This wind advisory impacts inland Orange County, San Bernardino and Riverside County valleys and San Diego County Valleys.

You can check if your home is under consideration for a shutoff via the SoCal Edison's PSPS website here.