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County of Kaua'i, State of Hawaii

*DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, *MAYOR
**REIKO MATSUYAMA**, MANAGING DIRECTOR






*News Release*

For Immediate Release: December 27, 2024






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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I

KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT

MICHAEL GIBSON - CHIEF

(808) 241-4980



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*First responders rescue kayakers at ‘Anini during High Surf Warning Thursday *

‘ANINI – First responders rescued two Kīlauea residents at ‘Anini Beach during a High Surf Warning on Thursday, Dec. 26.

“These two individuals are fortunate to be alive, as the back channel of ‘Anini Beach becomes stronger and treacherous during hazardous ocean conditions. Mahalo to our crews for conducting this rescue during very complex conditions,” said Fire Chief Michael Gibson. “Kayaking, swimming, and other recreational activities during a High Surf Warning is dangerous and can put our first responders at tremendous risk. We advise beachgoers to swim at lifeguarded beaches, check with lifeguards on ocean conditions before entering the water, and avoid areas that pose a danger.”

Rescuers responded to a report of two distressed kayakers at ‘Anini Beach shortly before 6:10 p.m. Personnel with the Hanalei Fire Station and the Ocean Safety Bureau North Roving Ski Patrol responded to the incident.

According to a preliminary report, first responders arrived on scene at the back channel of ‘Anini, known to locals as Sirens, shortly after 6:15 p.m. Rescuers observed large surf and the kayakers attempting to paddle in outside of the breaking waves. As the male kayaker made it to the reef's edge, the female kayaker got caught in the surf and flipped over several times.

OSB personnel on the ski made contact and rescued the female kayaker. Due to darkness, low tide, and large swells, OSB rescuers could not reach the shore and instead shuttled her to the Hanalei boat ramp. With conditions now dark, a firefighter paddled to the male kayaker on the reef and alerted him to come to shore.

Both declined medical treatment.           

The scene was cleared at approximately 7:15 p.m.  

The National Weather Service issued a High Surf Warning for north- and west-facing shores in effect through 6 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 28.

Entering the water in these areas during the High Surf Warning is very hazardous and could cause serious injury or death. Beachgoers are also advised to use extreme caution, as large breaking waves could make it dangerous for those standing along the shoreline.

The warning and advisory may be extended or modified as conditions develop. For updated information on ocean and weather alerts, visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hfo [ http://www.weather.gov/hfo?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ].

For up-to-date information about Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station, visit www.safebeachday.com [ http://www.safebeachday.com?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.

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