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Dangerous water warnings hit trendy vacation spot after powerful storm pounds area

Hawaii health officials issued brown water advisories across multiple islands after heavy Kona Low storms.
Officials say runoff contaminated coastal waters with bacteria and other waste.
Travelers are urged to avoid brown or murky water and monitor local updates.
The advisories follow back-to-back Kona Low storms that caused flooding and evacuations.
Coastal communities are monitoring when advisories will be lifted beach by beach.
The storm impacted popular travel areas as spring tourism continued to flow into Hawaii.
Residents and visitors shared mixed reactions on social media about the advisories.
Local officials warned about bacteria and the risk of exposure to swimmers.
Health officials advised avoiding the water until conditions improve.
The advisories are layered on top of ongoing wet-season impacts in Hawaii.

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