Big waves make a splash in Kailua-Kona

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Surf’s up for oceanfront diners and drivers in Kailua-Kona.

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The season’s biggest south swell peaked Wednesday and sent waves crashing over the break wall along Alii Drive.

It’s a fun distraction for people eating at The Fish Hopper, but county lifeguards have been very busy out on the ocean.

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A high surf advisory is in effect for all south shores until 6 p.m. Thursday, and the National Weather Service has put up a marine weather statement.

Surf along south-facing shores will continue to gradually come down. The waves should still provide fun conditions for experienced surfers while becoming a little more manageable for beachgoers compared to earlier this week.

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View the full weather and surf report here.