CORRECTION: Surf Warning through March 15
A previous version of the news release stated that the High Surf Warning was through March 16. The correct date is March 15.
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High Surf Warning for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau in effect 6 a.m. March 14 to 6 p.m. March 15
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 from 6 a.m. March 14 to 6 p.m. March 15. The warning may be extended, dropped, or modified as conditions develop.
The NWS is forecasting a large northwest swell arriving late tonight and rapidly building across the island chain on Thursday. This swell will produce warning-level surf along the north—and west-facing shores of the smaller islands. Surf is forecasted to build 25 to 43 feet along north-facing shores and 18 to 24 feet along 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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