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A large south swell fueled by persistent winds has prompted a high surf advisory for the majority of Big Island’s shores through 6 p.m. Friday.
A large south swell fueled by persistent winds has prompted a high surf advisory for the majority of Big Island’s shores through 6 p.m. Friday.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu forecast waves ranging from 6 feet to 8 feet for north-, south-, east- and west-facing shores with the exception of a portion of leeward Kohala. It anticipates surf will rise today and continue through Friday.
A high surf advisory means high surf could affect beaches in the advisory area, producing rip currents and localized beach erosion, according to the service.