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DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
REIKO MATSUYAMA, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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News Release
For Immediate Release: January 12, 2026
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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT
MICHAEL GIBSON - CHIEF
(808) 241-4980
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High Surf Warning in effect for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau through Tuesday 6 p.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau currently in effect through 6 p.m. Tuesday, January 13. The warning may be extended, dropped, or modified as conditions develop.
According to the NWS, an extra large long-period northwest swell moving through the Hawai‘i region this morning will swiftly build surf heights above warning levels along all exposed north- and west-facing shores through Tuesday. Surf heights along north-facing shores are projected to reach 20 to 35. Surf heights along west-facing shores are projected to reach 15 to 24 feet.
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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