High Surf — Central Oregon Coast, Oregon

2021-03-05 · Central Oregon Coast, Oregon

Event narrative

The Stonewall Bank buoy (46050) reported wave heights of 24 feet at 11 seconds at 0440PST on the 5th, meeting high surf conditions. This was the peak wave height reported. High surf conditions ended around 0740PST on the 5th.

Wider weather episode

A strong front bringing gale force winds and large seas to the coastal areas.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 950411. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.