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High Surf Advisory In Effect For South-Facing Shores
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by Big Island Video News
on Jun 14, 2019 at 6:55 am

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STORY SUMMARY

HAWAIʻI ISLAND - A High Surf Advisory is now in effect, through Saturday, for all south facing shores of the Big Island, forecasters say.

(BIVN) – The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a High Surf Advisory for Hawaiʻi Island.

Surf will build to 6 to 9 feet along south facing shores of all islands starting this morning, then peaking late this afternoon through Saturday.

Forecasters say the island can expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and strong longshore and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.

The Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense said following are issued:

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  • Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
  • Beach-goers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution.
  • Beaches may be closed without notice.
  • There are no beach closures at this time.

Filed Under: Hawaii Tagged With: High Surf Advisory

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