NR 02-27-25 (High Surf Warning in effect for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau 6 p.m. Thursday to 6 p.m. Friday)

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

News Release

For Immediate Release: February 27, 2025

High Surf Warning in effect for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau 6 p.m. Thursday                 to 6 p.m. Friday

The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau in effect 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 27, through 6 p.m., Friday, Feb. 28. The warning may be extended, dropped, or modified as conditions develop.

According to the NWS, a large northwest swell will produce dangerously large breaking waves of 25 to 35 feet for north-facing shores and 20 to 25 feet for west-facing shores through Friday evening.

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 https://safebeachday.com/county/kauai/, or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.

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