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Deadly Rip Currents, High Surf Bring Danger To Redondo Beach Beaches
Elevated surf is expected to bring deadly conditions at LA County beaches this week, forecasters said.
REDONDO BEACH, CA — Lifeguards warned beachgoers at crowded Redondo Beach beaches about possibly deadly conditions and an increased drowning risk.
According to the National Weather Service, starting Tuesday morning, dangerous rip currents and waves up to 6 feet tall will impact beaches in Los Angeles County. The waves will come in quickly, forecasters said, and swimmers were warned to stay clear.
“Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly locations in such conditions, so stay off the rocks,” the weather service said.
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The dangerous ocean conditions include an increased risk of drowning due to strong rip currents that can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea, officials said. The NWS said the waves may wash people off of beaches and rocks and capsize small boats near the shore.
The hazard statement is in effect through Thursday evening, forecasters said.
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