High Surf in Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

High Surf November 8, 1998 – November 13, 1998 · Island of Hawaii, Hawaii

The wider storm

Storm low far northwest of Hawaii generated surf of 10 to 20 feet along north and west shores of all the islands. All north shore beaches were closed on 11 Nov, and all but Waimea were closed on 12 Nov, due to the high surf. More than 20 surfers and other beachgoers had been rescued by lifeguards before beaches were closed on the 11th. Two people were slightly injured on Oahu's north shore due to high surf on the 8th.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event 5675262. Narratives are written by the National Weather Service forecast office that issued the report.

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