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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: January 12, 2026






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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I

KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT

MICHAEL GIBSON - CHIEF

(808) 241-4980



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CORRECTION:

A previous version of this news release incorrectly stated that a High Surf Advisory was in effect for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau. The National Weather Service issued a High Surf Warning for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau this morning at 3:58 a.m.

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*Officials advise no swimming, ocean activities on north-facing shores*

HANALEI – Ocean Safety Bureau officials are advising no swimming or other ocean activities at Hanalei Bay and all north-facing shores due to high surf and hazardous ocean conditions. County lifeguards advise no recreational water activities along all north-facing shores.

As a safety precaution, OSB officials have posted warning signs and are monitoring the area.

A High Surf Warning is in effect through 6:00 p.m. tomorrow, January 13, for north- and west-facing shores of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau, according to the National Weather Service. Surf up to 20 to 35 feet along north-facing shores are forecasted and up to 15 to 24 feet along west-facing shores.

Entering the water in these areas during the High Surf Advisory is 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.

For updated information on ocean and weather alerts, visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hfo [ https://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 safebeachday.com/county/kauai/ [ https://safebeachday.com/county/kauai/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery ], or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.

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