A cold front arrives on Friday, bringing gusty winds across the area. These winds will be especially strong along the coast, into the Shasta Valley, and across the east side. In those areas, these winds may reach hazardous speeds. In these conditions, object may be lifted and carried or tree limbs may break. Precipitation is expected as well. Please use extra caution while traveling in these conditions.

Dangerous high surf is expected along all southern Oregon coastlines and beaches through the weekend, increasing first today and maxing out Saturday morning at 32 to 38 feet. Surf heights are expected to decrease to 20 to 25 feet Saturday night, but remain hazardous into Sunday. Dangerous conditions return Sunday as another long period swell builds into the waters. Surf heights build again and peak Sunday afternoon and evening at around 28-32 ft. Use EXTREME caution near the beach and stay away from the beach. Keep a safe distance from the ocean. Jetties, rocks, logs and driftwood in the surf zone are NOT safe!

An impactful system will move into the area overnight bringing strong winds, high surf, and heavy rain to southern Oregon and northern California. The most impactful winds will be at the coast and the Shasta Valley. High surf conditions will persist through early next week.