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High Surf Advisory Extended For Big Island

August 18, 2021, 3:49 PM HST
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The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a high surf advisory for south-facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands.

The advisory was initially in effect until 6 pm Wednesday night, Aug. 18. NWS extended it through 6 am Thursday morning, Aug. 19.

Surf of 7 to 10 feet is expected.

Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and strong longshore and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.

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Breaking waves may impact harbors, making navigating the harbor channel dangerous.

Beachgoers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials and exercise caution.

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