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Coastal flood statement extended through Tuesday afternoon

The National Weather Service has extended a Coastal Flood Statement, now in effect through Tuesday afternoon. Peak high tides associated with the lunar cycle and water levels that are running higher than predicted will lead to minor coastal flooding along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. Coastal flooding will coincide with the daily peak tide during the afternoon.

Minor coastal flooding through Monday during high tide

Peak high tides associated with the lunar cycle and water levels that are running higher than predicted will lead to minor coastal flooding along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas through the weekend and into Monday afternoon. Coastal flooding will coincide with the daily peak tide each afternoon for portions of Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kahoʻolawe, Kauaʻi, Niʻihau, Oʻahu and the Big Island.

High Surf Advisory, Coastal Flood Statement for Niʻihau, Kauaʻi and Oʻahu

A High Surf Advisory is in effect until 6 a.m. Thursday for the north and west facing shores of Niʻihau, Kauaʻi and Oʻahu. There is also a Coastal Flood Statement in effect from tonight through early Saturday morning.

Peak tides forecast to result in minor coastal flooding through Wednesday

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Statement, in effect from 2 p.m. this afternoon through Wednesday afternoon. The NWS says timing will occur in the afternoon hours around the daily peak tides through Wednesday.

Strong northeast winds and significant north swell possible on Thanksgiving

Strong northeast winds are expected to develop after a cold front passes, potentially resulting in a period of very windy conditions. Additionally, a powerful low pressure system passing north of the area will generate a large north swell that will build Wednesday night, with the peak of the swell potentially coinciding with extreme high tides Thursday and Friday mornings.

Special Weather Statement: Nuisance Coastal Flooding During High Tide

The National Weather Service issued a Special Weather Statement this morning advising the public of nuisance coastal flooding during high tide times.

Large Surf, Strong Winds, Astronomical Tides Results in Surf Warning

The combination of the large surf, strong onshore winds, high astronomical tides, and elevated ocean water levels will likely produce wave runup and localized coastal erosion during the next few days.

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flooding Likely This Week

There will be unusually high water levels during peak high tides this week, creating the likelihood for coastal flooding. Breezy south winds Tuesday and Christmas Day may increase the wave run-up along south-facing shores. The highest predictions on Maui are for Hāna in East Maui, where a high tide of 2.89 feet is forecast for 3:50 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019.

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flooding Possible Through Friday

The greatest potential for coastal flooding impacts will be during the peak high tides from Thursday and Friday, which will occur before sunrise during the early morning hours; high tides are expected to peak around 4 a.m. on Nov. 28, and 4:40 a.m. on Nov. 29.

Coastal Flooding Risks Possible Along Honoapi‘ilani Highway

The greatest potential for coastal flooding impacts will be during the peak high tides through Friday, Nov. 29, which will occur before sunrise during the early morning hours.

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flooding to Peak During High Tides

The greatest potential for coastal flooding impacts will be during the peak high tides from Tuesday through Friday, which will occur before sunrise during the early morning hours.

King Tides Return Through Monday

King Tides are forecast to impact affected shorelines through Monday. The event is expected to be compounded by an elevated south swell.

$500,000 Secured for Flood Forecasting in West Maui

A $500,000 award has been issued to the Pacific Island Ocean Observing System to improve forecasting of storm surges and high tide events in West Maui.

King Tide Coastal Flooding Peaks Today

A special weather statement is in effect, advising the public of coastal flooding in Maui County, associated with the King Tide event happening this weekend.

King Tide Elevated by Swell from Fernanda

The final of three king-tide events of the summer is due to arrive this weekend, starting Friday, July 21, 2017.

$3 M in Coastal Management Funding for Hawai‘i

The funding includes $500,000 for the University of Hawaiʻi for the development of real-time forecasting tools for high surf, king tides and storm surge.

“King Tide” Peak Levels Forecast for Maui

The greatest impacts in Maui County are due between 3:44 and 5:09 p.m. on Friday, May 26, with high tides ranging from 2 feet in Mākena to 2.9 feet in Hāna.

High Surf Advisory for North shores of Maui and Molokai

September 28, 2010 – 8:00 a.m. EVENTS:  The National Weather Service in Honolulu has continued the HIGH SURF ADVISORY for NORTH FACING SHORES of MOLOKAI and MAUI in effect until 6:00 a.m. Wednesday. A High Surf Advisory means that high surf will affect beaches in the advisory area, producing rip currents and localized beach erosion. […]

High Surf Advisory South shores of all islands

(August 4, 2010 – 8:00 a.m.)  The National Weather Service in Honolulu has continued the HIGH SURF ADVISORY for SOUTH FACING SHORES of ALL ISLANDS in effect until 6:00 p.m. THURSDAY. A High Surf Advisory means that high surf will affect beaches in the advisory area, producing rip currents and localized beach erosion. EFFECTS:  Surf […]

Swell sends 6 to 8 foot surf to South shores

(Updated 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, April 27, 2010) The National Weather Service has cancelled the High Surf Advisory for the South facing shores of all islands.  Surf has declined below advisory levels and the advisory was cancelled at 4:30 Tuesday afternoon. ________________________________ (Updated:  8:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 27, 2010) The National Weather Service issued a High […]
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