The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for west facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island, to include North and South Kohala and North and South Kona, through the weekend.

A High Surf Warning means large breaking surf, significant shore-break, and dangerous currents make entering the water very hazardous.

Surf will increase to warning levels through tonight.

Due to the High Surf Warning, the following are issued;

Beaches may close without notice.

Owners of shoreline property and boat owners that could be impacted should take time to secure their property.