High Surf — Santa Barbara County Central Coast, California

1997-08-06 to 1997-08-07 · Santa Barbara County Central Coast, California

Wider weather episode

Hurricane Guillermo generated heavy surf across the beaches of Southern California. Average surf heights were 6 to 8 feet with local sets above 10 feet. Over 100 rescues were reported by local lifeguards.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5609941. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.