An updated high surf advisory was released by the National Weather Service on Monday at 1:41 a.m. in effect until 9 a.m. for Ventura County Beaches.

The NWS states to anticipate, “Large breaking waves of 4 to 7 feet with dangerous rip currents. Surf highest across west and northwest facing beaches.”

“There is an increased risk for ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Large breaking waves can cause injury, wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats near shore,” explains the NWS. “Remain out of the water due to dangerous surf conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.”

Source: The National Weather Service