HANALEI (HawaiiNewsNow) - Ocean Safety Bureau officials advise no swimming on north-facing shores of Kauai due to hazardous ocean conditions.

This advisory is for all beaches beginning with Hanalei, going westward.

As a safety precaution, OSB officials have posted warning signs and are monitoring the area.

A High Surf Advisory is in effect through 6:00 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 5, for north- and west-facing shores of Kauai and Ni‘ihau, according to the National Weather Service.

Surf up to 12 to 16 feet along north-facing shores are forecasted and up to 8 to 12 feet along west-facing shores.

For updates, please speak to a county lifeguard or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.

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