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A high surf advisory is posted for east-facing shores of the Big Island until 6 a.m. Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
The service forecast waves ranging in height from 6 feet to 10 feet along the island’s southern, northern and eastern coastlines. The surf is being fueled by strong tradewinds, forecasters said.
The service categorized the surf’s impact as “moderate,” noting that the public should expect strong breaking waves, shorebreak and longshore and rip currents that can make swimming difficult and dangerous. Beachgoers, swimmers and surfers are urged to heed all advice given by ocean safety officials.