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No swimming advised after shark sighting reported at Hāʻena Beach Park

Published October 20, 2026 • 9:16 AM HST
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Kauaʻi Ocean Safety Bureau officials are advising no swimming or other ocean activities at Hāʻena Beach Park until further notice due to a shark sighting.

According to Ocean Safety Bureau officials, an 8-foot shark was sighted on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 8:45 a.m. No injuries were reported.

As a safety precaution, lifeguards have posted warning signs and will continue to monitor the area.

Lifeguards will reassess the area Wednesday morning, Oct. 21. Updates will be provided if more information becomes available.

For up-to-date information about Kauaʻi ocean conditions and ocean safety, speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station, call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984, or visit https://safebeachday.com/county/kauai/.

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