#big island high surf

High surf advisory for east-facing shores on Big Island on Friday, Saturday

Surf for east-facing shores of the Big Island is forecast to be 8 to 12 feet.

UPDATE: Flood watch canceled

Rainfall may be light at first, but heavier slow-moving showers are expected to develop, bringing the potential for flash flooding on the Big Island.

High Surf Shuts Down Bayfront Highway

Regardless of roads travelled, motorists should proceed with caution, as ponding and flooding was reported on east-side thoroughfares throughout the day Sunday.

Extreme ‘King’ Tide and High Surf Warning

Unusually high tides, also known as “king tides,” may cause dangerous flooding conditions along all shores of Hawai‘i Island through the Memorial Day weekend.

Big Surf Coming; Hawaii Island Could See 20-Foot Waves

The National Weather Service is predicting waves of up to 50 feet across parts of the state.

High Surf Closes West Hawaii Beaches

County lifeguards reported surf up to 15 feet in height was occurring today at Hapuna Beach where waves were washing up to the vegetation line.