A beach hazards statement was issued by the National Weather Service on Tuesday at 12:17 p.m. in effect until Wednesday Oct. 1, at 9 a.m. for Malibu.

The NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA said, “Dangerous rip currents and breaking waves of 3 to 6 feet expected on south-facing beaches. Local sets to 7 feet are possible west of Point Dume through late tonight.”

“There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore. Minor flooding of beaches, walkways, and parking lots possible,” the NWS said. “Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.”

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