South swell continues to fuel high surf

A south swell has prompted a high surf advisory for Big Island shores through 6 a.m. Thursday.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu forecast waves ranging in height from 8 to 10 feet with occasional sets reaching 12 feet through today. The surf will gradually lower to 6 to 8 feet waves on Thursday.

A high surf advisory means waves along affected shores will be higher than normal, and dangerous rip currents are expected. The service said the surf’s impact should be moderate and urges beachgoers, swimmers and surfers to exercise caution and heed advice given by ocean safety officials.