Beach Hazards Statement issued January 6 at 4:36AM PST until January 7 at 12:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR

* WHAT…A moderate risk of sneaker waves is expected.

* WHERE…Beaches along Curry, Coos, and Douglas Counties. The
highest risk will be at west-facing beaches.

* WHEN…Through Tuesday morning.

* IMPACTS…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

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