Headline:
Marine Weather Statement issued December 21 at 3:32PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Marine Weather Statement
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 21, 2024 - 5:32pm
Expires:
December 22, 2024 - 6:15am
Description:
The biggest in a series of extra large northwest swells will
reach Kauai during the predawn hours, then rapidly spread down the
island chain on Sunday. The swell is expected to produce large
hazardous breaking waves at channel entrances and may lead to
surges in harbors facing north and west on Kauai, Oahu, and Maui.
Mariners using these harbors should exercise caution when
entering or leaving port and when mooring or launching vessels.
Area Description:
Kauai Northwest Waters; Kauai Windward Waters; Kauai Leeward Waters; Kauai Channel; Oahu Windward Waters; Oahu Leeward Waters; Kaiwi Channel; Maui County Windward Waters
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI