The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for west facing shores of Hawaii Island through Thursday evening. Shoreline in the North and South Kona, South Kohala, and Kau Districts may be impacted by large breaking waves over 8 feet in height.
A High Surf Advisory means surf will be higher than normal, shore break, and dangerous currents could cause injury or death.
Due to the High Surf Advisory, the following are issued;
- Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
- Beach-goers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution.
- Beaches may be closed without notice.