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Update: Flood watch extended until early Tuesday morning as upper level low persists
The upper level low-pressure system near the Hawaiian Islands will maintain moist and unstable conditions that could produce periods of locally heavy showers.
Tropical Storm Hone will be at Big Island’s doorstep tonight; you only have till midday to make last-minute prep
Regardless of knowing and how many times in advance of hurricane season, which runs from June 1 through Nov. 30 in the Central Pacific, that people are told it’s impossible to precisely — 100% without a doubt, right on the money, no ifs, ands or buts — predict the movement of hurricanes, tropical storms and tropical depressions, many still seem to enjoy living on the edge.
High surf advisory to begin for east-facing shores on Big Island tonight
Large breaking waves are expected to be 7 to 10 feet.
Update: High surf warning issued for Big Island’s south-facing shores, replacing earlier advisory
Warning-level surf of 11 to 15 feet is the result of a medium, long-period south swell expected to impact the entire state through Saturday morning.
Update: High surf advisory for south-facing shores extended again
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, the current south swell is a bit stronger than forecast, generating surf slightly higher than forecast.
High surf advisory for Hawai‘i Island extended
According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, a large northwest (320 degrees) swell peaked this morning and is now slowly lowering. However, this swell will continue to produce advisory-level surf into the weekend.
High surf advisory issued for west-facing Big Island shores
Surf of 6 to 8 feet is expected. The advisory is in effect till 6 p.m. Friday.
Update: High surf advisory for Big Island’s east-facing shores extended
Surf is expected to be 8 to 12 feet.
Update: High surf advisory for Big Island’s east-facing shores canceled
According to the advisory, surf is 7 to 10 feet high.
Update: High surf advisory upgraded to warning for north- and east-facing shores
The National Weather Service in Honolulu is forecasting heavy rain in the Hāmākua District through this evening, wave heights of 10 to 14 feet are expected.
Update: High surf advisory canceled early Thursday morning
Surf heights have fallen below advisory thresholds.
Update: All county and state beach parks are open; high surf advisory continues
he Wharf at Mahukona Beach Park will remain closed today for repairs.
Puʻuhonua o Hōnaunau NHP closed due to hazardous surf
The National Historical Park on the Big Island has been flooded by high surf.
Update: High surf advisory upgraded to warning for Big Island north and west shorelines
Beachgoers, swimmers and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials; and when in doubt, don’t go out.
High Surf Advisory to be issued Tuesday for north-facing shores of Big Island
Impacts will be moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous.
Civil Defense: All roads now open; National Weather Service issues coastal flood statement
Another cold front will move in from the northwest early Thursday morning, bringing weather conditions similar to those Monday and Tuesday.
Update: High surf advisory canceled for Big Island
Surf has dropped below advisory levels and a large north swell will continue to subside through tonight.
Update: High surf advisory now in effect for Big Island’s east-facing shores
Surf heights of 10 to 14 feet are expected, with moderate impacts.
Snorkeling company rescues paddling coach who got separated from canoe in rough Kona waters
Liam Powers, owner of Sea Quest Hawai‘i, got a call at around 7 p.m. that Nathan Grocholski Lopez, his son’s paddling coach at Big Island Jr. Va‘a, had not made it back to shore after going out in a one-man canoe.
Update: High surf advisory for north-facing shores canceled
A small boost in surf is expected from late Sunday into Monday, likely requiring another high surf advisory for north-facing shores of most of the islands, along with various east-facing coasts.
