Surf advisory extended for west-facing shores

A high surf advisory remains posted for west-facing shores of the Big Island through Thursday afternoon, National Weather Service forecasters said Tuesday.

Surf heights of 6 to 9 feet are forecast along the Kona and Kohala coasts through 6 p.m. Thursday. The surf is being fueled by a large northwest swell expected to peak Wednesday evening.

Forecasters categorized the surf’s impact as “moderate,” cautioning of strong breaking waves, shore break and longshore and rip currents. Beachgoers, swimmers and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean safety officials.