Bay Area on Alert: Sneaker Waves Threat and High Surf Advisory Issued, Up to 25-Foot Waves Expected
NWS San Francisco issues a Beach Hazards Statement for the risk of sneaker waves and a High Surf Advisory for 18-25 foot waves along the Pacific Coast over the weekend, with rain expected and a warming, drying trend to follow.
Magnitude 4.7 Earthquake Hits Near Cobb, North Bay Residents Experience Light Shaking on New Year's Day
A 4.7 magnitude earthquake hit near Cobb, causing light shaking in the North Bay area. It was the first 2025 test of the ShakeAlert system, which reported successfully.
High Surf and Rain to Impact Bay Area Coasts and Weather This Weekend
The National Weather Service San Francisco Bay Area forecasts high surf and rain this weekend, urging caution near the coast and noting VFR to IFR aviation conditions, and marine advisories.
Bay Area Braces for New Year's High Surf and Frost Advisories, NWS Urges Caution
The NWS San Francisco issues weather advisories for the Bay Area for high surf, frost, and expected rainfall, cautioning residents about weather hazards and reminding them to stay safe.
Bay Area Braces for Freezing Temperatures, Frost Advisories in Place as Cold Snap Hits Inland Regions
Frost advisories and freeze warnings are issued for the Bay Area, with risks to homeless and sensitive plants due to temperatures dropping to 28-36 degrees. A gradual warming trend is forecasted to begin Wednesday.
Bay Area on High Alert, Hazardous Weather Warnings Issued for San Francisco and Surrounding Regions
The National Weather Service has issued weather warnings for the Bay Area, including a High Surf Advisory for up to 30-foot waves and a Flood Warning for Sonoma County.
Bay Area Beware: High Surf and Rainstorms Expected During Holiday Season, Says NWS San Francisco
The NWS projects a series of storms for the Bay Area with hazardous beach conditions and a High Surf Advisory for swells up to 30 feet. A frost advisory was lifted for parts of the region.
San Francisco Bay Area Faces High Surf Warning, Coastal Flooding and Thunderstorms Through Tuesday
The San Francisco Bay Area faces a High Surf Warning with possible 30-40 foot waves, and coastal flooding until Tuesday evening, alongside potential thunderstorms with hail and strong winds, as per the National Weather Service.
Bay Area on High Alert: NWS Issues High Surf Warning, Anticipates 40-Foot Waves and Thunderstorms
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning in the Bay Area, forecasting hazardous waves and weather conditions, including potential thunderstorms and coastal flooding through Tuesday.
Bay Area Braces for Series of Powerful Storms, High Surf Advisories Issued Across Pacific Coast Beaches
The NWS San Francisco issues multiple warnings for the Bay Area due to incoming storms, cautioning against high surf and hazardous weather conditions.
High Surf Advisory for Bay Area: 30-Foot Waves and Severe Storms Threaten Coastline
The NWS warns of rough surf and a High Surf Advisory in the Bay Area, with waves up to 30 feet expected. Heavy rainfall and strong winds are also forecasted, with flood risks and impacts to travel. Another storm may follow post-Christmas.












