Beach Hazards Statement issued March 15 at 2:18PM PDT until March 17 at 12:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR

* WHAT…Sneaker waves possible.

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

* WHEN…From Sunday morning through Sunday evening.

* 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.