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Dangerous conditions persist along SoCal coast amid heat wave
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· July 30, 2026
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Key takeaway Los Angeles County lifeguards reported nearly 2,000 rescues from the ocean last weekend.
A heat wave has drawn many Southland residents to the coast in search of cooler temperatures. However, officials are warning of dangerous surf conditions along the SoCal coast. Los Angeles County lifeguards reported nearly 2,000 rescues from the ocean last weekend.
The National Weather Service attributes the hazardous conditions to a large south swell from Hurricane Genevieve, which is causing large waves and potentially deadly rip currents. The NWS has issued advisories for area beaches, including a high surf advisory and a beach hazards statement, both in effect through Saturday. Wave heights are expected to reach 5 to 7 feet in most areas, with some spots seeing heights as high as 9 feet.
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Category: local Published: July 30, 2026 Source: NBC Los Angeles (KNBC) Reading time: 1 min
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