Giant swell draws big-wave surfers to Hawaii
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Waves up to 40 feet high crashed onto the Hawaiian coast Wednesday, leaving sand and debris on roadways and prompting officials to close beaches.
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Giant swell draws big-wave surfers to Hawaii
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