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Updated: 03/19/2024
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Brown Water Advisory for Hilo Bay and along the Hamakua coast, Hawai‘i

First Detected: 02/27/2024
Sign Removed: 03/19/2024
Closed: 03/19/2024
Cause: Recent rains and high surf

Updated 3/7/24 A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for Hilo Bay and along the Hamakua coast on Hawai‘i. Recent rains and high surf 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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