NR 12-05-23 (High Surf Warning issued for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau in effect through 6 p.m. this evening)

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DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
REIKO MATSUYAMA, MANAGING DIRECTOR

News Release

For Immediate Release: December 5, 2023

High Surf Warning issued for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau in effect through 6 p.m. this evening

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a High Surf Warning for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau in effect through 6 p.m. today, Dec. 5. The warning may be extended, dropped, or modified as conditions develop.

The NWS forecasts surf reaching warning levels today, then lower to advisory levels tonight through Wednesday. Surf of 25 to 30 feet is forecasted along north-facing shores, while surf is expected at 15 to 20 feet long west-facing shores.  

Entering the water in these areas during the High Surf Warning is very hazardous and could cause serious injury or death. Beachgoers are also advised to use extreme caution, as large breaking waves could make it dangerous for those standing along the shoreline.

For updated information on ocean and weather alerts, visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hfo.

For up-to-date information about Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station, visit www.hawaiibeachsafety.com, or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.

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