High surf advisory now in effect for eastern shorelines of Big Island

National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu issued a high surf advisory for eastern shorelines of the Big Island until 6 a.m. Wednesday (Feb. 11). It replaces a previously issued high surf warning.

Strong to near gale force easterly trade winds will produce continued high surf along exposed east-facing shores.

Surf of 8 to 12 feet is expected, producing strong, breaking waves and strong currents that will make swimming and other ocean activities dangerous along the shores in advisory areas.

The public is advised to heed all advice from ocean safety officials.

When in doubt, don’t go out.

Wind speeds are forecast to slowly decrease through Wednesday, with surf heights falling just below advisory thresholds along eastern shores by Wednesday morning.