Headline:
High Surf Advisory issued June 16 at 3:05AM HST until June 17 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
High Surf Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
June 16, 2026 - 6:05am
Expires:
June 16, 2026 - 7:15pm
Description:
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR ALL SOUTH FACING SHORES THROUGH
WEDNESDAY MORNING...
...COASTAL FLOODING DURING HIGH TIDES THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON...
.The combination of a moderate to large, long-period south-
southwest (200- 190 degrees) swell and King Tides will causev wave
run up and could cause local coastal flooding during the
afternoon high tide along south facing shores. Also due to the
highest monthly tides and water levels running higher than
predicted at select areas, flooding along all shorelines and in
low-lying coastal areas are expected especially during the late
afternoon and early evening hours.
* WHAT...Surf peaking up to 14 ft this morning and gradually
easing through tonight. Wave run up expected during the peak
high tide during the afternoon. A combination of surf and high
water levels could produce nuisance coastal flooding.
* WHERE...South facing shores of all Hawaiian Islands
* WHEN...For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM HST Wednesday.
For the Coastal Flood Statement, through this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Flooding of beaches that are normally dry, minor
coastal erosion, and saltwater inundation. Moderate. Strong
breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming
dangerous.
Instruction:
Avoid driving through flooded roadways. If you are forced to
drive through salt water, be sure to rinse your vehicle with
fresh water. Move electronics, vehicles or other valuables to
higher ground. Monitor vessels to ensure mooring lines don't get
too tight and watch out for overwash around boat ramps. Secure
canoes or other watercraft stowed on beaches.
Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don't
go out.
Area Description:
Niihau; Kauai Southwest; Waianae Coast; Kahoolawe; Maui Leeward West; Kona; Kohala; Kauai South; East Honolulu; Honolulu Metro; Ewa Plain; Molokai Southeast; Molokai Leeward South; Lanai Leeward; Lanai South; Maui Central Valley South; Kipahulu; South Maui/Upcountry; South Haleakala; Big Island South; Big Island Southeast
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
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