3:45pm Surf Update

…HIGH SURF WARNING FOR EAST FACING SHORES OF MOLOKAI OAHU AND
KAUAI STARTING 6 AM HST WEDNESDAY…

.A large east swell associated with Hurricane Norman is expected
to start spreading across the eastern end of the island chain
tonight. Surf along the east facing shores of the Big Island and
Maui will likely see surf rise to advisory levels this evening
and to warning levels by Wednesday. Surf along east facing shores
of Molokai, Oahu, and Kauai will likely see surf rise to advisory
levels Wednesday, and to Warning levels by Thursday. The swell is
expected to peak Thursday into Thursday night.

…HIGH SURF WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST FRIDAY…
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a High Surf
Warning, which is in effect until 6 AM HST Friday. The High Surf
Advisory is no longer in effect.

• SURF…Along east facing shores of the Big Island and Maui,
  increasing to 6 to 8 feet this evening, 8 to 12 feet late
  tonight, 10 to 15 feet Wednesday, and to 12 to 18 ft late
  Wednesday and Thursday.
• TIMING…Starting this evening and peaking Thursday.
• IMPACTS…High…Expect ocean water occasionally sweeping across
  portions of beaches, very strong breaking waves, and strong
  longshore and rip currents. Breaking waves may occasionally
  impact harbors making navigating the harbor channel dangerous.
  Instructions: Large breaking surf, significant shorebreak, and dangerous currents make entering the water very hazardous. Know your limits and seek ocean recreation areas best suited for your abilities. For alternatives see the ocean safety links on http://www.weather.gov/hawaii/pages/wxsafety.php
  Target Area:
  Big Island North and East