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CIVIL DEFENSE AGENCY Date: Friday, March 06, 2020 <br /> MEDIA UPDATE Time: 1 PM <br /> Frequency: Every 3 hours <br /> Update #: 1 <br /> Incident: High Surf Advisory <br /> This is a Civil Defense High Surf Advisory message for Friday, March 6 at 1 in the <br /> afternoon. <br /> The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Advisory for all east facing <br /> shores of Hawaii Island from Hamakua, Hilo, Puna, and Ka'u Districts through this <br /> Sunday. <br /> A High Surf Advisory means surf will be higher than normal, shore break, and <br /> dangerous currents could cause injury or death. <br /> Due to the High Surf Advisory, the following are issued; <br /> • Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and rip currents making swimming <br /> difficult and dangerous. <br /> • Beach-goers, swimmers, and surfers should heed all advice given by ocean <br /> safety officials and exercise caution. <br /> • Beaches may be closed without notice. <br /> • There are no beach closures at this time. <br /> Stay tuned to your radio for updates and changes in conditions. <br /> Thank you for listening. <br /> Have a safe Aloha Friday. <br /> This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency. <br />