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High Surf Advisory Issued for South-Facing Shores of Hawaiʻi

Big Island Video News

May 29, 2026

STORY SUMMARY

HAWAIʻI - Surf heights of 8 to 12 feet are expected along the shores of Kaʻū and Kona until Sunday evening.

(BIVN) – A High Surf Advisor has been issued for south-facing shores of Hawaiʻi through Sunday.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu says a moderate, long-period south swell will peak on Saturday, impacting the shores of Kaʻū and North and South Kona.

Surf heights of 8 to 12 feet are expected in the affected areas.

“Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous,” said the Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense in a radio message. “Beach-goers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution when entering the water.”

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