High Surf — Swains, American Samoa

2015-07-22 to 2015-07-24 · Swains, American Samoa

Event narrative

Large surfs of 18 to 20 feet impacted west, south and east facing reefs of American Samoa. A combined south swell and seasonal trade-wind generated swells produced hazardous surfs and dangerous rip currents. Reports of coastal erosion and debris have damaged roads, while other parts of the Islands experienced waves wash up corals on the main road. The Talanei News reported residents observed waves crash on the road while other villages suffered from the horrendous heights of surfs pounding along the affected shores. A high surf warning and small crafts advisory were issued during this episode. No injury or fatality reported.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 590705. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.