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Beach Hazards Statement issued March 7 at 1:36PM PST until March 10 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR

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* WHAT…Sneaker waves possible.

* WHERE…North and Central Coast of Oregon, and South
Washington Coast.

* WHEN…From late tonight through late Sunday night.

* IMPACTS…Waves can run up significantly farther on a beach
than normal, including over rocks and jetties. Sneaker waves can
suddenly knock people off of their feet and quickly pull them
into the frigid ocean which may lead to serious injury or
drowning..

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Keep children and pets away from the surf
zone. Keep off of jetties, rocks and logs near the surf zone. If
you see someone swept into the sea do not swim in after them.
Call 911 and keep an eye on them until help arrives. NOTE: Razor
clammers beware.

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