Updated: 01/13/2023.
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for the North Shore of O‘ahu.
Heavy rain has resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters. In addition, high surf has resulted in coastal waters reaching into foliage and other areas above the normal high-water mark, including roadways. The public is advised to stay out of storm water runoff and coastal waters that appear brown due to possible overflowing cesspools, sewer, and manholes; pesticides and other chemicals; animal fecal matter, dead animals, and pathogens; and associated flood debris. Not all coastal areas may be impacted by runoff, however, if the water is brown stay out. Continue to practice good personal hygiene and follow-up with your primary care physician if you have any health concerns.
For more information, please visit https://eha-cloud.doh.hawaii.gov/cwb/#!/event/1580/details/view