Dangerous surf predicted for San Diego coast starting Tuesday [Video]

SAN DIEGO (CNS) – Dangerous ocean swimming conditions and increased risk of rip currents in San Diego coastal areas are predicted for Tuesday morning through Thursday evening, the National Weather Service said Monday.

At 1:04 a.m. Monday, the NWS issued a beach hazards statement for San Diego coastal areas in that time span.

Surf of four to six feet was expected, with sets up to seven feet Tuesday and Wednesday.

The highest surf will occur on southwest facing beaches in northern San Diego County, and dangerous rip currents are expected, according to the weather service.

Surf will begin to subside on Thursday, forecasters said.

The weather service recommended remaining out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.