
Hawaii's Kona Storm has passed and beaches are busy for spring break, but state officials warn coastal waters around Oahu, Maui and Kauai may still be contaminated by storm-related runoff and flooding. Despite advisories, many visitors are entering the ocean, and an open beach does not guarantee safe water. Paired with recent high-profile incidents like the monk seal rock-throwing allegation and reported assaults and threats against the accused tourist, these issues underline multiple environmental and safety risks visitors face.
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