Honolulu Star-Advertiser

Saturday, December 14, 2024 76° Today's Paper


Top News

High wind warning in effect for Lanai, parts of Big Island

STAR-ADVERTISER
                                Jill, left, and her mother, Kate Righter, were having fun during a windy day, Aug. 8, at Pali Lookout. A high wind warning is in effect today for Lanai and parts of Hawaii island while a wind advisory remains in effect for the rest of the state.

STAR-ADVERTISER

Jill, left, and her mother, Kate Righter, were having fun during a windy day, Aug. 8, at Pali Lookout. A high wind warning is in effect today for Lanai and parts of Hawaii island while a wind advisory remains in effect for the rest of the state.

A high wind warning is in effect today for Lanai and parts of Hawaii island while a wind advisory remains in effect for the rest of the state.

“A cold front will push south of the Big Island this morning,” the National Weather Service said in a bulletin this morning. “Strong winds behind the front will be particularly gusty over and downwind of mountains and through valleys.”

Areas of Hawaii island covered under the warning include Kohala and the south, southeast and north areas of the island.

The high wind warning and wind advisory are both in effect through 6 a.m. Friday.

Forecasters are expecting to see winds of 25 to 45 mph with localized gusts over 60 mph in warning areas. All other areas should see northeast winds of 20 to 35 mph with localized gusts over 50 mph.

Residents and visitors in warning areas are advised that “damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines and damage roofs,” weather officials said. “Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.”

By participating in online discussions you acknowledge that you have agreed to the Terms of Service. An insightful discussion of ideas and viewpoints is encouraged, but comments must be civil and in good taste, with no personal attacks. If your comments are inappropriate, you may be banned from posting. Report comments if you believe they do not follow our guidelines. Having trouble with comments? Learn more here.