April 23, 2022 10:00 a.m.

A Beach Hazards Statement remains in effect from late Saturday night through late Sunday night along the south central and southern Oregon coast, including the beaches of Douglas, Coos and Curry counties.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said moderate risk of sneaker waves is expected. These are waves that have an unusually higher run up on beaches when compared to other observed waves.

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.

Forecasters said the risk of sneaker waves will be greatest with high tide Sunday morning, which will occur at around 7:00 a.m.