WHUS46 KMFR 262141 CFWMFR Coastal Hazard Message National Weather Service Medford OR 141 PM PST Thu Jan 26 2023 ORZ021-022-280000- /O.CON.KMFR.BH.S.0003.230127T0000Z-230128T0000Z/ South Central Oregon Coast-Curry County Coast- 141 PM PST Thu Jan 26 2023 ...BEACH HAZARDS STATEMENT REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH FRIDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Moderate to high risk of sneaker waves expected. These are waves that run unusually higher up on beaches when compared to other observed waves. * WHERE...Beaches along the Southern Oregon Coast, including the beaches of Douglas, Coos, and Curry counties. * WHEN...Through Friday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Even during calm conditions, sneaker waves can sweep up the beach without warning and knock unsuspecting people over and pull them out to sea. Shock and hypothermia can occur quickly in the cold Pacific waters. In addition, logs and other debris can be lifted and carried by the waves, crushing or entrapping unsuspecting victims underneath. * View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Avoid climbing on rocks and jetties. Stay away from the ocean and remain out of the water to avoid hazardous conditions. && $$ Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford