Update: Beach hazards statement affecting Los Angeles County beaches until early Tuesday evening

Malibu, Los Angeles County Beaches and Ventura County Beaches are the focus of an updated beach hazards statement issued at 6:57 p.m. on Monday by the National Weather Service. The statement is in effect until Tuesday, Jun. 3 at 5 p.m.

The NWS Los Angeles/Oxnard CA says to be ready for, “A long period south swell will bring elevated surf up to 6 feet to south and southwest facing beaches, along with dangerous rip currents.”

“There is an increased risk of ocean drowning. Rip currents can pull swimmers and surfers out to sea. Waves can wash people off beaches and rocks, and capsize small boats nearshore,” according to the NWS. “Remain out of the water due to hazardous swimming conditions, or stay near occupied lifeguard towers. Rock jetties can be deadly in such conditions, stay off the rocks.”