HomeMy WebLinkAbout20210907KFDDEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: September 7, 2021
COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT
STEVEN R. GOBLE, CHIEF
(808) 241-4980
Officials advise no swimming at Hā‘ena Beach Park due to shark sighting
HĀ‘ENA – Ocean Safety Bureau officials advise no swimming at Hā‘ena Beach Park until
further notice due to a shark sighting.
OSB officials report that a possible 6-to-8 foot tiger shark was sighted near the lifeguard
tower on Tuesday afternoon.
As a safety precaution, Ocean Safety officials have posted warning signs and are
monitoring the area.
Lifeguards will reassess the area on Wednesday.
Updates will be provided when more information becomes available.
For updates, please speak to a county lifeguard or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 241-
4984.
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