* WHAT...Large breaking waves of 8 to 12 feet along the Central
Coast and 5 to 8 feet along the Ventura Coast with dangerous
rip currents. Surf will be highest along west and northwest
facing beaches.

* WHERE...San Luis Obispo County Beaches, Santa Barbara County
Central Coast Beaches and Ventura County Beaches.

* WHEN...Until 9 AM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...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. Minor coastal
flooding of beaches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Additionally, minor coastal flooding will
be possible around the morning high tide today. High tides
should peak around 6.5 to 6.9 feet between 900 and 930 am.

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.