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Avoid Makapuu tide pools as Fausto brings high surf, city officials warn

Honolulu Ocean Safety officials are urging the public to avoid the Makapuu tide pools and to be careful near southern and eastern shorelines as swells generated by Hurricane Fausto...

Off the news: Be cautious of Fausto’s stormy seas

Hurricane Fausto’s approach has triggered a high surf warning, the highest level issued by the National Weather Service. Even if the tropical storm doesn’t directly hit the Hawaiia...

Honolulu lifeguards make over 140 rescues; south swell peaks today

Honolulu Ocean Safety lifeguards are urging caution as surf ramps up along the south-facing shores of Oahu today, and as Tropical Storm Lala approaches.

Shark warning signs posted at Hanalei Bay

Kauai County officials are advising the public to stay out of Hanalei Bay due to a shark sighting this morning.

Kaua’i Ocean Safety officials advise no swimming, recreational ocean activities at Hanalei Bay

Hawai‘i Department of Health Clean Water Branch the afternoon of July 22 issued a brown water advisory for the bay; officials remind public to stay out of water anywhere it appears...

HECO, Coast Guard, more issue guidance ahead of approaching storm

A tropical system in the Central Pacific threatens Hawaii with heavy rain, high winds, and increased wildfire risk. Residents are urged to prepare.

Follow this urgent advice before you head to the water - what you need to know

Barry Dock RNLI have issued an urgent reminder to people planning to head out onto the water this week as temperatures continue to soar.

High surf advisory again extended for south-facing shores of all islands

The current long-period south swell impacting the islands will hold steady at advisory levels through at least Sunday morning, then begin to slowly decline late Sunday afternoon th...

Residents, visitors urged to evacuate from oceanfront properties on KauaÊ»i’s south and west shores

People living or staying at exposed oceanfront properties on Kauaʻi that could get high storm surge should move to a safer location as soon as possible, before wind, rain and ocea...

Advisory-level surf forecast along south-facing shorelines of all islands

National Weather Service issues high surf advisory that goes into effect at 6 a.m. July 23 and will continue through 6 a.m. July 24, with surf of 8 to 12 feet expected because of a...

Portuguese man oʻ war spotted in waters of ʻAnini Beach Park

Beachgoers are advised against swimming and any water activity at ʻAnini Beach Park until the water is reassessed on Thursday.

State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala

Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clea...

Shark warning signs posted at Sunset Beach

Shark warning signs have been posted at Sunset Beach on Oahu’s North Shore this afternoon.

Officials report a shark sighting at Hanalei Bay

Officials advise against swimming and other ocean activities after seeing an 8-foot shark in Hanalei Bay.

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US officials urge swimmers to be cautious amid surge in drowning deaths

Recent deadly water-related incidents amid heatwave leads National Park Service to issue water-safety remindersAs a heatwave continues to bake the western and central US, officials...

Oahu residents urged to stay home until Lowell passes

City officials urged Oahu residents Monday night to stay home and take precautions as Hurricane Lowell was bearing down about 200 miles west of the island, with the worst impacts e...

More than 300 water rescues prior to Hurricane Lala: Ocean Safety

Lifeguards on Oahu said they've prepared for Hurricane Lala and are constantly monitoring the situation to adjust accordingly.

10 essential rules for visiting Hawaiʻi beaches

Visitors to Hawaii are encouraged to follow ten essential beach etiquette rules to practice kuleana and preserve the environment and culture of the islands.

Lifeguards demonstrate rip current safety after Long Island ocean rescues

The warning comes after three people were rescued from a riptide at Robert Moses on Tuesday night.

No swimming advised following shark sighting at Kaua‘i beach

Officials spotted a 15-foot tiger shark in waters off the beach park.

High Surf Warning issued for Hawaiian Islands: NWS 

A High Surf Warning has been issued by the National Weather Service for south, west and east facing shores across the islands. 

Shark warning signs posted at Kakaako Waterfront

Shark warning signs have been posted at Kakaako Waterfront Park and the “flies” surf zone, according to Honolulu Ocean Safety.

Shark warning signs posted at Kekaha Beach after sighting

Kauai Ocean Safety officials have posted shark warning signs at Kekaha Beach this afternoon due to a shark sighting.