HONOLULU (KHOKN2) — Portions of the islands see the effects of unstable weather on Wednesday, March 1 as the National Weather Service sends out multiple weather alerts.
At around 3 p.m. a high surf warning was issued for the east-facing shores of Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui and Big Island.
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Earlier in the day at around 3:35 a.m., NWS had extended its wind advisory for Maui County, Oahu, Kauai and parts of the Big Island. The advisory was issued to last until 6 a.m. on Thursday, March 2.
The high wind warning was also extended to 6 a.m. Thursday for Kohala districts of the Big Island.
On the east shore of Oahu, the Hawaii Department of Health issued a brown water advisory.
Due to heavy rain and stormwater runoff entering coastal waters, HDOH is advising the public to stay out of flood and stormwater runoff.
These areas could possibly consist of overflowing cesspools, sewers, manholes, animal fecal matter, dead animals, chemicals and much more.
Not all areas may be affected, but if the water looks brown, stay out.
Follow up with your doctor if you are experiencing any health concerns.
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