The National Weather Service issued a Beach Hazard Statement on Monday for southern Santa Barbara County, warning residents of high tides.
“Abnormally high tides” of 7 feet or 7.5 feet are expected through Wednesday night, according to the NWS.
Waters will be safe for surfers and swimmers during the day, but at night, when the high tides will occur, people are advised to stay out of the water and stay off of rocks.
The high tides will cause pooling of water at beaches and harbor areas. No significant damage is expected, but an increase in beach erosion is possible, according to the NWS.
The beach hazards statement will be in effect through 3 a.m. Thursday for the South Coast of Santa Barbara County, Ventura County, and the Channel Islands.
The high tides are caused by a “super moon,” said meteorologist Joe Sirard with the NWS Office in Oxnard. The full moon will rise on Monday night.
Sirard also said the region can expect mostly clear skies Tuesday and Tuesday night for fireworks displays.
There are professional fireworks shows scheduled in Santa Barbara and Santa Ynez.
The region can expect a continued pattern of mostly sunny days and foggy evenings for the rest of the week, according to the NWS.


