This is a Civil Defense message.
This is a High Surf Warning update for Wednesday, February 1st at 7:30 AM.
The National Weather Service has extended the current High Surf Warning for the shores of North Kona, Kohala, Hamakua and Puna through tomorrow morning.
Surf as high as 25 feet for north shores and 15 feet for east and west facing shores is forecasted.
A High Surf Warning means there is a significant threat to life and property from the surf.
You are advised to exercise caution due to the unpredictability of huge swells and dangerous surf.
Oceanfront residents and beachgoers along the affected shores are advised to be on the alert for possible high and dangerous surf which may lead to beach and road closures.
Due to the High Surf conditions, the following closures are in effect:
Bayfront Highway
All Hilo Beach Parks
Coconut Island
Parking area near Mo’oheau Band Stand
Mahukona Wharf and
Keokea Beach Park
Additional closures may be needed without notice.
Again,
The National Weather Service has extended the High Surf Warning for the shores of North Kona, Kohala, Hamakua, Hilo and Puna through tomorrow.
Oceanfront residents and beachgoers along the affected shores are advised to be on the alert for possible high and dangerous surf which may lead to beach and road closures.
Due to the High Surf conditions, the following closures are in effect:
Bayfront Highway
All Hilo Beach Parks
Coconut Island
Parking area near Mo’oheau Band Stand
Mahukona Wharf and
Keokea Beach Park
Additional closures may be needed without notice.