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VIDEO: High Surf Extends Visit To Kona
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by Big Island Video News
on Jan 25, 2015 at 11:49 am

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STORY SUMMARY

The High Surf Warning for West Hawaii shores has been extended until 6 p.m. HST Sunday night

(Big Island Video News) KONA, Hawaii – The High Surf Warning for West Hawaii shores has been extended until 6 p.m. HST Sunday night. The rest of the state is presently under a high surf advisory. The National Weather Service says 8 to 12 foot waves will lower to 6 to 10 feet tonight.

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Hawaii County Civil Defense

The National Weather Service High Surf Warning for the West facing shores of Hawaii Island remains in effect and has been extended through 6:00 pm today, Sunday January 25th. Dangerous surf conditions continue to be observed and reported across areas of West Hawaii. Surf heights of 8 to 12 feet are forecasted for the West facing shores of Hawaii Island. Residents along the coast and in low lying areas are advised to take necessary precautions and motorists are advised to be prepared for possible debris and ponding on coastal roadways. Beachgoers swimmers and surfers are advised to exercise caution and to heed all advice given by Ocean Safety Officials. Due to the current and ongoing dangerous surf conditions the following beaches will remain closed:

  • Laaloa or Magic Sands in Kona
  • Kahaluu Beach in Kona
  • Kohanaiki Beach in Kona
  • Ooma
  • Old Airport Park
  • OTEC
  • Kona Coast Beach Park
  • Kua Bay
  • Four Seasons Beach area
  • Hapuna Beach
  • Kaunaoa (Mauna Kea Beach)
  • Mahukona Park
  • Kapa’a Beach Park

Hawaii County Civil Defense on Jan. 25 at 7:45 a.m. HST


Filed Under: Uncategorized Tagged With: high surf, Kona

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