South swell pushes Kauaʻi surf to advisory levels through Friday morning

Powerful waves have rolled into Kauaʻi’s southern coastline on Thursday as a south swell is pushing surf to advisory levels, creating challenging conditions for swimmers.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a high surf advisory for south-facing shores of the island through 6 a.m. on Friday.

Surf is forecasted to be 7 to 10 feet high.

Beachgoers are advised to use extreme caution, as large breaking waves could make it dangerous for those standing along the shoreline.

For the latest information on ocean and weather alerts, visit the National Weather Service website by clicking here.

For up-to-date information on Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please speak with a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station, click here, or call 808-241-4984.