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Updated: 07/29/2023
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Brown Water Advisory for the eastern and southern coast of Hawaii Island, Hawai‘i

First Detected: 07/19/2023
Sign Removed: 07/28/2023
Closed: 07/29/2023
Cause: Heavy rain

A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for the eastern and southern coast from Kohala to South Point of the Island on Hawai‘i. Heavy rain has resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters. The public is advised to stay out of flood waters and storm water runoff due to possible overflowing cesspools, sewer, manholes, pesticides, animal fecal matter, dead animals, pathogens, chemicals, 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.

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