NR 03-23-25 (Officials advise no swimming on north-facing shores of Kaua‘i)

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

News Release

For Immediate Release: March 23, 2025

Officials advise no swimming on north-facing shores of Kaua‘i

Ocean Safety Bureau officials advise no swimming on north-facing shores of Kaua‘i due to hazardous ocean conditions. This advisory is for all beaches beginning with ‘Anini Beach, going westward.

As a safety precaution, OSB officials have posted warning signs and are monitoring the area.

A High Surf Advisory is in effect through 6 p.m. Monday for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau, according to the National Weather Service. Surf up to 18 to 24 feet along north-facing shores are forecasted and up to 14 to 18 feet along west-facing shores.

For updates, please speak to a county lifeguard or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.

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