Rip Current — San Diego, California

2001-02-20 · near Del Mar, San Diego, California

Event narrative

Waves reaching 15 feet generated strong rip currents. Seven surfers, divers, and swimmers had to be rescued by lifeguards. Heavy surf continued into the following day, but no other rescues were reported.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5229868. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.