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The National Weather Service in Honolulu Wednesday upgraded a surf advisory to a warning for the Kona and Kohala coasts through Thursday evening.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu Wednesday upgraded a surf advisory to a warning for the Kona and Kohala coasts through Thursday evening.
Wave heights of 8 to 12 feet are expected along west-facing shores of the coasts through 6 p.m., forecasters said. The service said the surf will likely remain at advisory levels on Friday.
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.