Police close Bayfront Highway in Hilo due to large waves, debris

Surf reaches 12 to 18 feet overnight on east-facing shores, prompting Bayfront Highway to close in Hilo until further notice.

The Hawaiʻi Police Department advises motorists to avoid Bayfront Highway between Waiānuenue Avenue and Pauahi Street due to large waves and debris on the road. Use an alternative route until further notice.

A high surf warning was issued for north- and east-facing shores of the Big Island through 6 p.m. Tuesday. The swell is expected to gradually decline Tuesday night through Friday.

National Weather Service forecasters predicted surf to reach 20 to 30 feet on north-facing shores and 12 to 18 feet on east-facing shores of the Big Island.

For more information, visit the County of Hawaii Hazard Impact Map.