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A high surf advisory means that high surf could affect beaches in the advisory area, producing rip currents and localized beach erosion, according to the service.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a high surf advisory for the Big Island’s west-facing shores through 6 p.m. Thursday.
The service said waves, expected to subside today, could range in height from 6 feet to 10 feet. However, a larger northwest swell is expected to reach the island tonight and peak on Wednesday.
A high surf advisory means that high surf could affect beaches in the advisory area, producing rip currents and localized beach erosion, according to the service.