HomeMy WebLinkAboutNR031619HighSurfWarningissuedfornorthandwestfacingshoresthroughMondayb THE COUNTY OF KAUA'I
DEREK S. K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
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MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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News Release
For Immediate Release: March 16, 2019
KAUA`1 FIRE DEPARTMENT
KILIPAKI VAUGHAN, DEPUTY CHIEF
Tel (808) 241-4980
Fax (808) 241-6508
High Surf Warning for north- and west -facing shores through Monday
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued a High Surf Warning for all north- and
west -facing shores of Kauai and Niihau, in effect from tonight until 6 p.m. Monday.
Entering the water in these areas during the High Surf Warning is very hazardous and
could cause serious injury or death. Spectators are also advised to use extreme caution, as
large breaking waves could make it dangerous for those standing along the shoreline.
As a reminder, Ocean Safety officials are advising no swimming at all north and west
shore beaches, from Kekaha to Anahola, on Sunday. All beachgoers are advised to heed
posted warnings and advisories.
The High Surf Warning may be extended or modified as conditions develop. For updated
information on ocean and weather alerts, visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hawaii.
For up-to-date information about ocean conditions, please speak to a county lifeguard or
call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 241-4984.