10-foot tiger shark sighted on Tuesday at Kauaʻi’s Hanalei Bay

Kaua‘i Ocean Safety Bureau officials are advising no swimming or other ocean activities at Hanalei Bay due to the sighting of a 10-foot tiger shark.

The shark was seen at approximately 11:30 a.m., with no injuries reported, according to the ocean safety bureau.

As a safety precaution, warning signs have been posted at the bay and ocean safety personnel will continue to monitor the area.

Lifeguards will reassess the area later this evening. If there are no other sightings, the beach will reopen to ocean activities on Wednesday. Updates will be provided if more information becomes available.

For up-to-date information about Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.