Officials advise no swimming, ocean activities on north-facing shores

Published on May 10, 2026

Ocean Safety Bureau News Release, Lifeguard, Ocean Safety Kauai County Fire Dept. seal

HANALEI – Ocean Safety Bureau officials are advising no swimming or other ocean activities at Hanalei Bay and all north-facing shores, other than Anini Beach, due to heavy runoff and brown water. County lifeguards advise no recreational water activities along all north-facing shores, other than Anini Beach.

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

For up-to-date information about Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station, visit safebeachday.com/county/kauai/, or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.

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