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Beach Hazards Statement 13, NWS Medford, OR

November 29, 2023Coos County, Curry County, Douglas County, Oregon

NWS Medford, OR issued this beach hazards statement at Nov 29, 2023, 2:45 PM PST for Coos County, Curry County, Douglas County, Oregon. It took effect at Dec 2, 2023, 4:00 AM PST. It was in force for 3 days.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Nov 29, 2023, 2:45 PM PST (22:45 UTC)
In effect from
Dec 2, 2023, 4:00 AM PST
Expired
Dec 5, 2023, 2:00 PM PST
In force
3 days
Issued by
NWS Medford, OR

Counties Coos County, OR, Curry County, OR, Douglas County, OR

The radar

The Medford radar (KMAX), 135 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:47 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

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Medford/Jackson, OR (KMFR), launched 12:00Z, 10.8 hours before the alert went out and 108 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Medford/Jackson, OR at 12:00Z on 2023-11-29Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°10°20°30°40°
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The text

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490 
WHUS46 KMFR 292245
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
245 PM PST Wed Nov 29 2023

ORZ021-022-301300-
/O.NEW.KMFR.BH.S.0013.231202T1200Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
245 PM PST Wed Nov 29 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into the
  waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run 
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over 
  rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off of 
  their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean waters, 
  resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also lift 
  driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
13 follow-up statements
280 
WHUS46 KMFR 301046
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
246 AM PST Thu Nov 30 2023

ORZ021-022-010015-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.231202T1200Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
246 AM PST Thu Nov 30 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected 
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with 
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft 
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to 
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a 
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into 
  the waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this 
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe 
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run 
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including 
  over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people 
  off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
577 
WHUS46 KMFR 302209
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
209 PM PST Thu Nov 30 2023

ORZ021-022-011200-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.231202T1200Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
209 PM PST Thu Nov 30 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY
NIGHT THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected 
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with 
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft 
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to 
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a 
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into 
  the waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this 
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe 
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run 
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including 
  over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people 
  off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath..

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
388 
WHUS46 KMFR 011145
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
345 AM PST Fri Dec 1 2023

ORZ021-022-011945-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.231202T1200Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
345 AM PST Fri Dec 1 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT
THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected 
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with 
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft 
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to 
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a 
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into 
  the waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this 
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe 
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run 
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including 
  over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people 
  off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
595 
WHUS46 KMFR 011918
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
1118 AM PST Fri Dec 1 2023

ORZ021-022-021200-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.231202T1200Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
1118 AM PST Fri Dec 1 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT
THROUGH LATE MONDAY NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected 
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with 
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft 
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to 
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a 
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into 
  the waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this 
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe 
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run 
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including 
  over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people 
  off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
702 
WHUS46 KMFR 021135
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
335 AM PST Sat Dec 2 2023

ORZ021-022-030000-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.231202T1200Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
335 AM PST Sat Dec 2 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected 
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with 
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft 
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to 
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a 
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into 
  the waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...Through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this 
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe 
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run 
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including 
  over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people 
  off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
576 
WHUS46 KMFR 022211
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
211 PM PST Sat Dec 2 2023

ORZ021-022-031015-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
211 PM PST Sat Dec 2 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected 
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with 
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft 
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to 
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a 
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into 
  the waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...Through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this 
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe 
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run 
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including 
  over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people 
  off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
123 
WHUS46 KMFR 030949
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
149 AM PST Sun Dec 3 2023

ORZ021-022-032300-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-231205T1200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
149 AM PST Sun Dec 3 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE MONDAY
NIGHT...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected 
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with 
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft 
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to 
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a 
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into 
  the waters.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...Through late Monday night.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be at times this 
  weekend and into next week, and jetties and rocks are not safe 
  places to be. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run 
  up significantly farther on beaches than normal, including 
  over rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people 
  off of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
072 
WHUS46 KMFR 032235
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
235 PM PST Sun Dec 3 2023

ORZ021-022-041100-
/O.EXT.KMFR.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-231206T1800Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
235 PM PST Sun Dec 3 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into the
  waters. Beginning Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning, 
  an even larger long period swell will allow for breaking waves 
  of 20 to 30 ft to arrive at the coast with a moderate risk of 
  sneaker waves.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...Through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be through the
  middle of next week. Jetties and rocks are not safe places to
  stand, and you will risk death if you are caught by waves on
  them. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run up 
  significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over 
  rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off of 
  their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean waters, 
  resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also lift 
  driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
829 
WHUS46 KMFR 041008
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
208 AM PST Mon Dec 4 2023

ORZ021-022-042300-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-231206T1800Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
208 AM PST Mon Dec 4 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with
  multiple moderate swell trains. Breaking waves of 15 to 20 ft 
  will coincide with higher than normal ocean levels, leading to 
  an increased risk of beach erosion. Additionally, there is a 
  minor risk of sneaker waves as these swell trains build into the
  waters. Beginning Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday morning, 
  an even larger long period swell will allow for breaking waves 
  of 20 to 30 ft to arrive at the coast with a moderate risk of 
  sneaker waves.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...Through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be through the 
  middle of next week. Jetties and rocks are not safe places to 
  stand, and you will risk death if you are caught by waves on 
  them. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run up 
  significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over 
  rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off 
  of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
194 
WHUS46 KMFR 042024
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
1224 PM PST Mon Dec 4 2023

ORZ021-022-051200-
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-231206T1800Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
1224 PM PST Mon Dec 4 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected
  as a series of fronts moves through the region along with
  multiple moderate swell trains. Beginning Tuesday afternoon
  through Wednesday morning, a large long period swell will move
  into the waters allowing for breaking waves of 20 to 30 ft to 
  arrive at the coast with a moderate risk of sneaker waves.

* WHERE...The beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry Counties.

* WHEN...Through Wednesday morning.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be through the 
  middle of next week. Jetties and rocks are not safe places to 
  stand, and you will risk death if you are caught by waves on 
  them. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run up 
  significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over 
  rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off 
  of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Confidence is low regarding the sneaker 
  threat due to wind wave interference likely limiting, but not 
  completely negating the risk.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
575 
WHUS46 KMFR 050512
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
912 PM PST Mon Dec 4 2023

ORZ021-022-051400-
/O.NEW.KMFR.SU.Y.0007.231205T2200Z-231206T1200Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-231206T1800Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
912 PM PST Mon Dec 4 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH WEDNESDAY
MORNING...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 4 AM PST
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected
  to continue through Wednesday morning as a series of fronts
  moves through the region. Multiple moderate to high swell trains
  are expected with a moderate risk of sneaker waves. Also, a High
  Surf Advisory has been issued to coincide with the largest
  breaking waves of 20 to 30 ft, expected from Tuesday afternoon 
  into early Wednesday morning.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast.

* WHEN...For the Beach Hazards Statement, through Wednesday 
  morning. For the High Surf Advisory, from 2 PM Tuesday to 4 AM 
  PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be through the
  middle of the week. Jetties and rocks are not safe places to 
  stand, and you will risk death if you are caught by waves on 
  them. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run up 
  significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over 
  rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off of 
  their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean waters, 
  resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also lift 
  driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay away from the surf zone and off of jetties. Area beaches may
become hazardous due to dangerous surf conditions.

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
912 
WHUS46 KMFR 051020
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
220 AM PST Tue Dec 5 2023

ORZ021-022-060000-
/O.EXT.KMFR.SU.Y.0007.231205T2200Z-231206T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-231205T2200Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
220 AM PST Tue Dec 5 2023

...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
10 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected
  to continue through Wednesday morning as a series of fronts
  moves through the region, culminating in a period of very large
  breaking waves of 25 to 30 feet this afternoon into early 
  Wednesday morning.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast.

* WHEN...The Beach Hazards Statement is in effect until 2 PM PST
  this afternoon, with a High Surf Advisory from 2 PM this 
  afternoon to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Beaches will be hazardous places to be through the 
  middle of the week. Jetties and rocks are not safe places to 
  stand, and you will risk death if you are caught by waves on 
  them. Beach erosion is possible. Sneaker waves can run up 
  significantly farther on beaches than normal, including over 
  rocks and jetties. These waves can suddenly knock people off 
  of their feet and quickly pull them into the cold ocean 
  waters, resulting in serious injury or death. Waves may also 
  lift driftwood logs, trapping anyone caught underneath.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay away from the surf zone and off of jetties. Area beaches may
become hazardous due to dangerous surf conditions.

Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and
remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
743 
WHUS46 KMFR 052204
CFWMFR

Coastal Hazard Message
National Weather Service Medford OR
204 PM PST Tue Dec 5 2023

ORZ021-022-061200-
/O.EXP.KMFR.BH.S.0013.000000T0000Z-231205T2200Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.SU.Y.0007.000000T0000Z-231206T1800Z/
South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast-
204 PM PST Tue Dec 5 2023

...HIGH SURF ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY...
...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT WILL EXPIRE AT 2 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...An extended period of sustained wave action is expected
  to continue through Wednesday morning as a series of fronts
  moves through the region, culminating in a period of very large
  breaking waves of 25 to 30 feet this afternoon into early
  Wednesday morning.

* WHERE...South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Large breaking waves will create hazardous 
  conditions along and within the surf zone, and could inundate 
  beaches and low lying shorelines. Beach erosion is possible, 
  and exposed infrastructure may be damaged.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay away from the surf zone and off of jetties. Area beaches may
become hazardous due to dangerous surf conditions.

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Everything else NWS Medford, OR issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 29, 2:41 AM PSTSmall Craft AdvisoryMFR6 days
Nov 29, 4:00 AM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryMFRDouglas, Jackson, Josephine, Klamath48 hr
Nov 29, 2:33 PM PSTSmall Craft AdvisoryMFR6 days
Nov 29, 2:33 PM PSTHazardous Seas WarningMFR49 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.