Officials advise no swimming, ocean activities on north-facing shores
HANALEI – Ocean Safety Bureau officials are advising no swimming or other ocean activities at Hanalei Bay and all north-facing shores due to hazardous ocean conditions and high current activity across the north district. County lifeguards advise no recreational water activities in Hanalei Bay and Hā‘ena area.
A High Surf Warning is currently in effect through 6 p.m. Sunday, April 6, for north-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau. According to the NWS, a large north-northwest swell will produce large breaking waves on north- and east- facing shores. A much larger pulse of long period north swell will rapidly build Saturday afternoon and peak Saturday night and Sunday. Shorelines in these areas should also be avoided, as large breaking waves could make it dangerous for spectators and those standing near the water. Surf along the north shore is currently in the 15 to 25 feet range.
Beachgoers are urged to heed all posted warnings and advisories.
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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