A strong surf advisory is in effect for the Clatsop County and Tillamook County coasts through Saturday evening

At 2:03 a.m. Saturday, the National Weather Service issued a high surf warning in effect for the coast of Clatsop County and Tillamook County between 4 a.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday.

“Big waves and dangerous surf. Breakers up to 25 feet,” the weather service said. “The tides are expected to peak around 11am on Saturday. The tide gauge at Toke Point is expected to peak at approximately 12.9 feet, the tide gauge at Tongue Point is expected to peak at approximately 11.8 feet, and the tide gauge at Garibaldi is expected to peak at approximately 10.9 feet. “

“Minor flooding, up to one foot above ground level, is expected in low lying areas near bays, wetlands and the lower reaches of coastal rivers at high tide. Destructive waves can unexpectedly wash over beaches, jetties and other structures.” . “People can be swept away from rocks and jetties and, in heavy surf, damage can occur to coastal properties and structures. The weather service describes the coastline. “A high surf warning means that high surf can affect beaches and lead to rip currents, waves and beach erosion. Hold Stay away from the water’s edge and watch out for exceptionally high waves. Stay away from large logs on the beach. The water runs high. Logs can easily be lifted or rolled, causing someone to fall If you get in their way, you can be injured or killed.”

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