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Swimming Hazards in Hawaii
Information about potential hazards and dangerous conditions
to watch out for when you are swimming in Hawaii.
Hawaii Contaminated Swimming Area Warnings
The beaches and rivers of Hawaii can become contaminated
after heavy rains. This Web site published by the Hawaii State Department
of Health includes reports warnings about beaches, lakes,
rivers, canals, and streams are not safe for swimming because
of contamination from bacteria, untreated sewage, or industrial
waste. Select an island from the map on this page to see contamination
warnings.
Oahu Box Jellyfish Warnings
Box Jellyfish normally arrive in the near the shore
on the island of Oahu 7 to 11 days after the full moon,
The 808JellyFish.com Web site features
a month-by-month Oahu Box Jellyfish Warning Calendar.
Ocean Swimming Safety Tips
A list of safety tips for people who swim
in the ocean, anywhere in the world.
Box Jellyfish in Hawaii
Hawaii's box jellyfish are unique among the world's jellyfish
because their arrival on shore is very predictable. They come
near shore to spawn for a few days, one or two weeks after each
full moon.
Sharks in Hawaii
Facts about sharks in Hawaii, how to avoid an
encounter with a Hawaiian shark, and statistics about
human/shark encounters in Hawaii.
Venomous Creatures in Hawaiian Waters
Descriptions of venomous or biting fish, snakes, plants,
and other dangerous organisms typically or occasionally found
in Hawaiian waters. From the Hawaiian Lifeguard Association.
Ocean Safety Beach Warning Signs
Signs used by the Hawaii Lifeguard Association
to warn beach swimmers of hazards and safety issues.
See also:
More About Swimming in Hawaii
Water Activities in Hawaii
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