The National Weather Service has put out a High Surf Advisory for all Bay Area beaches until 4 a.m. Friday. A Wind Advisory is also in effect through the afternoon.
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Today's storm ranks 2-moderate on our exclusive Storm Impact Scale.
You can expect strong rip currents, large run-up waves and localized beach erosion. With waves this big, you never want to turn your back to the ocean.
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