Strong waves, treacherous currents expected this weekend



In Ventura County, the agency predicts surf height of 3 to 6 feet today, sometimes reaching up to 8 feet on northwest- and west-facing beaches. The rip current potential is high, with very strong currents and dangerous swimming conditions, the agency said. The forecast is much the same for Sunday.

Meteorologist Austin Cross says swells will have traveled from the western Aleutian Islands and picked up enough energy in the process that they will pack a formidable punch when they break.