Issue date: 2026-01-08T22:19+00:00
* WHAT...Very cold conditions with temperatures in the mid 20s to low 30s expected. * WHERE...Interior Monterey County and the Santa Lucia Range, Most of San Benito County and the Cholame Hills in Southeast Monterey County, Eastern Santa Clara Hills, and Southern Salinas Valley/Arroyo Seco and Lake San Antonio. * WHEN...From 1 AM to 9 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Cold conditions will be hazardous to sensitive populations such as unhoused individuals. Cold conditions may damage or kill sensitive crops, plants, and vegetation if appropriate precautions are not taken. Prolonged exposure to the cold conditions will lead to hypothermia for people, pets, and livestock.
Issue date: 2026-01-08T11:27+00:00
* WHAT...Large breaking waves up to 22 feet, strong rip currents and sneaker waves. * WHERE...Pacific Coast from Sonoma County to Monterey County, excluding Northern Monterey Bay. * WHEN...From 1 AM Thursday to 10 PM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...There is an increased risk for sneaker waves, strong rip currents, and beach erosion. Large breaking waves can overpower swimmers resulting in significant physical injury and increase the risk of drowning.