Wave crashes over Hawaiian condo roof
A powerful wave slammed the Keauhou-Kona Surf and Racquet Club on Hawaii’s Big Island and sent water over the roof of an oceanfront condo building. The surge was strong enough to tear shingles loose as people nearby watched the whole thing unfold. Nature does not care about your beach day plans, your condo fees, or whether you just got the roof fixed. The scene in Keauhou was a sharp reminder that coastal living can turn dramatic fast when the ocean decides to get loud.
Warnings were already in place
The National Weather Service had issued a High Surf Advisory before upgrading it to a High Surf Warning as the swells grew more dangerous. Officials said a south-southwest swell paired with seasonal King Tides could produce strong currents and breaking waves in the 10 to 15 foot range. That is not the kind of forecast you want to hear if your front yard ends at the shoreline. It is also another reminder that warnings exist for a reason, even when some folks act like the ocean is just being a little extra for attention.
Video shows the roof getting stripped
Video from the scene shows the wave crashing over the complex and water pouring off the top while shingles are ripped away by the force of the surge. Onlookers can be heard reacting in real time as the wave hits, which tells you everything you need to know about how serious it looked from the ground. A second clip shows a closer view of the damage, with debris flying as the rooftop takes the brunt of the impact. If you live in a place where the surf can reach your roofline, flood insurance starts sounding less like an option and more like common sense.
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