Dangerous Surf and Rip Currents Along East Coast Beaches; Hazardous Heat in the West

Tropical storm conditions, storm surge flooding and coastal flooding will continue into Thursday across the Outer Banks and into portions of the Mid-Atlantic coastline. Life-threatening rip currents and high surf will continue to impact much of the Atlantic shoreline through the end of the week. Hazardous, record heat will continue across the Western U.S. through the weekend. Read More >

HIGH SURF

Large waves breaking on or near the shore resulting from swells spawned by a distant storm.

High Surf Terminology

High Surf Advisory	A high surf advisory is issued when breaking wave action poses a threat to life and property within the surf zone.
High Surf Warning	A high surf warning is issued when breaking wave action results in an especially heightened threat to life and property within the surf zone.