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C O U NT Y O F KAU A‘I
BERNARD P. CARVALHO, JR.
Mayor
WALLACE REZENTES, JR.
Managing Director
KAUA'I EMERGENCY MANAGEMEMENT AGENCY
News Release
For Immediate Release: January 21, 2017
ELTON USHIO, ADMINISTRATOR
Tel (808) 241-1800
Fax (808) 241-1860
High Wind Warning and High Surf Advisory issued for County of Kaua‘i
LĪHU'E – The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning effective from
noon on Saturday through 6 a.m. on Sunday. A High Surf Advisory is also in effect from noon
today through 6 p.m. on Sunday for all east-facing shores.
Northeast trades of up to 40 MPH with gusts of up to 60 MPH are expected, with a peak
in winds expected Saturday evening. High winds could result in flying debris, downed trees,
downed power lines and disruption to services, such as road closures or power outages.
Residents should take precautions to secure outdoor items.
Strong breaking waves and dangerous rip currents are expected along all east-facing
shores through Sunday evening. Beachgoers should heed all posted warnings.
The public is advised to use extreme caution when engaging in outdoor activities this
weekend.
Weather advisories can be modified or extended as conditions develop. For updates on
weather alerts, visit the National Weather Service website at www.weather.gov/Hawaii or call
245-6001.
For updates on road closures, please call the automated road closures line at 241-1725,
or visit the County of Kaua‘i Facebook page, www.facebook.com/CountyOfKauai.
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