High Surf — X W San Luis Obispo, California
2000-08-15 · X W San Luis Obispo, California
2
Direct deaths
5
Injuries
Event narrative
Strong northwest winds of 20 to 30 mph produced locally rough seas in Morro Bay. One wave flipped a boat, throwing five adults and two children into the water. Unfortunately, both children drowned.
Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5163877. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.