Apparently a chunk of the Santa Cruz Pier just broke off and is floating away…big waves and strong swells the culprit!
#HighSurfAdvisory #cawx

MTR continues High Surf Advisory for Coastal North Bay Including Point Reyes National Seashore, San Francisco, San Fransisco Peninsula Coast, Southern Monterey Bay and Big Sur Coast [CA] till Nov 22, 6:00 AM PST #weather #CAwx #HighSurfAdvisory
https://mesonet.agron.iastate.edu/vtec/event/2024-O-NEW-KMTR-SU-Y-0009/radar/USCOMP-N0Q-202411201400/tab/info

Dangerous wave action is increasing across area waters and beaches. A High Surf Advisory is in effect thru 11 AM Saturday across ocean waters Coastal North Bay, SF Peninsula coast, Monterey Bay and Big Sur coasts. Large breaking waves of 12 to 15 feet and up to 18 feet on NW facing beaches. There's also an increased risk for sneaker waves and rip current. Dangerous conditions for inexperienced surfers and swimmers. Unexpected waves may sweep people into the sea from rocks, jetties, and beaches. NEVER turn your back on the ocean. #HighSurfAdvisory #CAwx