Huge wave to hit Hawaii

Wednesday, 22 Jan, 2014 0

The biggest waves for 10 years are forecast to hit Hawaii over the next few days according to the National Weather Service.

It said waves of up to 50 feet are expected off the north shore of Oahu from today with a high-surf advisory in effect until the weekend.

It also included the north shore of Maui, the west shore of Big Island, and the north and west shores of Kauai and Molokai as potential impact points.

There is concern that exposed beachfront properties could be at risk of flood damage and American Red Cross officials say it has volunteers and supplies ready to assist.

Maui emergency management officer Anna Foust said beach parks will be closed where necessary.

A big wave surf contest which was due to take place in Oahu has been postponed due to the adverse wind conditions.
 



 

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Editor Linsey McNeill has been writing about travel for more than three decades. Bylines include The Times, Telegraph, Observer, Guardian and Which? plus the South China Morning Post. She also shares insider tips on thetraveljournalist.co.uk



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