High wind forecast to last through evening
Blustery tradewinds of 20 to 35 mph, with localized gusts faster than 50 mph, are expected to continue for Oahu, Maui County and Hawaii island through Monday evening.
The waves are also kicking up surf on east shores, prompting a high-surf advisory through 6 p.m. Tuesday. Waves of 6 to 9 feet are expected Monday.
The high-wind advisory is in effect for all islands except Kauai and Niihau until 6 p.m. Monday. A small-craft advisory is also in effect until 6 p.m. The wind will bring windward and mauka showers that could be blown to leeward areas.
The windy conditions should moderate by midweek but will still remain breezy. The strong winds can bring down tree branches and make driving difficult, especially for high-profile vehicles, the weather service warned.
Fire destroys Keaau home
Fire destroyed a cabin-style structure in Keaau on Friday.
According to Hawaii island fire officials, the residents had returned home at about 5:23 p.m. when they heard what sounded like explosions and saw smoke coming from the 16-by-10-foot structure.
By the time firefighters arrived about five minutes later, the structured was engulfed in flames and collapsing.
The fire was brought under control by 5:45 p.m. No injuries were reported, but the structure was deemed a total loss, with damage estimated at $16,000.
A family of seven was displaced by the fire. The American Red Cross assisted the family with groceries, clothing and household goods.
Red pickup eyed in thefts
Security officers at the University of Hawaii at Hilo are keeping an eye out for a red pickup truck following the third apparent auto theft on campus in the past month.
According to the university, a white 1986 Toyota truck was taken from the UH-Hilo Theater parking lot sometime between 8:30 and 11 p.m. Thursday.
Security officials said a small red pickup truck with black stripes on the hood has been seen in various parking lots on campus and is "of interest."
