Multiple surf forecasts report that a significant south swell from a New Zealand storm system will impact Maui’s coastlines beginning this weekend. The swell is expected to peak Sunday through Monday, creating potential coastal flooding concerns for oceanfront properties.
- Large south swell from New Zealand storm system expected to build Saturday and peak Sunday into Monday
- Surf heights may reach near or above warning levels along south-facing shores
- Swell will coincide with peak monthly tides, creating significant wave runup and minor coastal flooding risk
- Coastal flooding threat highest during peak daily high tide cycles in first half of next week
- Marine weather statement anticipated due to potential harbor surges
- South shore surf will remain elevated through much of next week from overlapping swells
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