RESPECT OUR OCEAN and STAY BEACH SAFE!

Will you be heading to the beach in Hawaii?

Here are six things you need to know.

Know your health limits and fitness level

Always swim at a lifeguarded beach

Learn how to swim and snorkel safely

Always swim with a buddy at the beach

Read & obey posted warning signs

Always be aware of the ocean

Will you be heading to the beach in Hawaii?

Here are six things you need to know.

Know your health limits and fitness level

Always swim at a lifeguarded beach

Learn how to swim and snorkel safely

Always swim with a buddy at the beach

Read & obey posted warning signs

Always be aware of the ocean

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Will you be heading to the beach in Hawaii?

Here are six things you need to know.

Know your health limits and fitness level

Always swim at a lifeguarded beach

Learn how to swim and snorkel safely

Always swim with a buddy at the beach

Read & obey posted warning signs

Always be aware of the ocean

Visitor warns others of Hawaii ocean dangers after terrifying incident

POIPU, Hawaii (KHON2) — Wisconsin visitor Matt Jacobus was visiting Kauai for his brother’s wedding. The triathlete said he had been swimming around Poipu for a few days and decided to go for another swim at Kiahuna Beach on Nov. 7.

Governor Josh Green signs water safety bills into law

HONOLULU (Island News) — In a significant move to enhance water safety awareness and honor Duke Kahanamoku, Hawaii’s waterman, Governor Josh Green, M.D., signed two important bills into law on May 15, 2024.

Ocean Safety Emphasized Amid Winter Surf Season After Tragic Drowning


HONOLULU (KHON2) — As the winter surf season intensifies, ocean safety officials are urging increased awareness following a recent tragic drowning on the North Shore.

 

HPD confirms death of man pulled from water at Three Tables Beach

PUPUKEA, Hawaii (KHON2) — Honolulu police confirmed the man who was pulled from the water at Three Tables Beach on Monday, Nov. 11 has died.

Lifeguarded Beaches in Hawaii

There are many beaches where you can have fun while under the watchful eye of a trained lifeguard. Going to a lifeguarded beach can save your life in the event of an emergency.

Get Current Beach Conditions

Get timely and accurate conditions at lifeguarded beaches in Hawaii from HawaiiBeachSafety.com. Updated every 15 minutes based on forecasts by the National Weather Service.

Drowning & Spinal Cord Injury Facts

Participating in ocean activities can be dangerous, and the risk of drowning and spinal cord injury is always present. Drowning and spinal cord injury are both preventable; don’t become the next statistic.

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