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THE COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
DEREK S. K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: December 1, 2020
KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT
STEVEN R. GOBLE, CHIEF
Tel (808) 241-4980
Fax (808) 241-6508
Ocean Safety officials advising no swimming on north- and west-facing
shores for Dec. 1 and Dec. 2
Ocean Safety officials advise no swimming or snorkeling at all north- and west-facing
shores for Dec. 1 and Dec. 2 due to high surf and dangerous ocean conditions.
Additionally, due to a staffing shortage, there will be no lifeguards present at Wanini
Beach for today.
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for all north- and west-
facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau from noon to 6 p.m. Tuesday.
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.
The warning may be extended or modified as conditions develop. For updated
information on ocean and weather alerts, visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hfo.
For up-to-date information about Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please
speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station, visit www.hawaiibeachsafety.com, or call
the Ocean Safety Bureau at 241-4984.
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