Maui Surf
35-40 Foot Surf to Roll in to North Shores of Maui: Jan. 19-21
Surf will build to 35 to 40 feet along north shores of Maui and Molokai this afternoon into tonight, peaking during the day on Thursday.
Surf Warning Jan. 19-21: Maui 20-30 ft, Kauai 30-40 ft
Surf will increase rapidly on Wednesday afternoon and evening, reaching 30 to 40 feet along north and west facing shores of Kauai and 20 to 30 feet along north shores of Maui and Molokai.
Large Swell expected to peak Wednesday Jan. 19, 2011
The swell is being generated by a large hurricane force low in the western north Pacific Ocean.
Flood Watch Cancelled 3:30 p.m. Wed. Jan. 19, 2011
The Flash Flood Watch for Maui and the Big Island was canceled this afternoon. Locally heavy rain remains a possiblility for the Big Island tonight, but widespread flash flooding is no longer likely.
High Surf Advisory for Maui County Canceled Jan. 17, 2011
The High Surf Advisory for Maui County is canceled. Although surf will remain at elevated levels, it will be below advisory status.
High Surf Forces Widespread Beach Closures on Big Island
A large swell arriving in the islands today has already forced the closure of several beaches on the Big Island.
North Shore Surf 16-22, Maui High Surf Advisory in effect until noon 1/17/11
Surf along the north shores will rise to 16-22 feet, which surf along the west shores will increase to 8-14 feet.
Swell Expected to Reach Maui Saturday Night, Jan. 15, 2011
A powerful West North-west swell will arrive in the islands over the weekend. Surf along Maui’s North facing shores will rise to 12-18 feetA powerful West North-west swell will arrive in the islands over the weekend. Surf along Maui’s North facing shores will rise to 12-18 feet
PHOTOS: MauiNOW Severe Weather Update: Jan. 13-14, 2011
South Kihei Road remained closed Thursday night in multiple locations. Most other advisories were lifted as the heaviest of rains moved offshore.
MauiNOW Severe Weather Update: 11:45 p.m. Jan. 12, 2011
A Flash Flood ADVISORY was issued for the island of Molokai until 2:30 a.m. The Flood ADVISORY for Maui has been extended to 12:15 a.m. on Thursday 1/13/11.
Haleakala Wind Advisory in effect overnight
Strong and gusty winds are expected at the Summit of Haleakala overnight.
Brown Water Advisory Haycraft to Kalama Park
The advisory extends from Haycraft Beach Park to Kalama Park due to heavy rains.
Maalaea Bay among waters included in Special Marine Warning
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Marine Warning for the following island waters until 8:45 a.m.
Workshops focus on Coastal Development in Flood Zones
Training workshops on coastal construction are being offered to help industry officials that deal with high risk coastal zone development.
Flood Watch in Effect Wed morn 1/12/11 to Thurs afternoon 1/13/11
UPDATE 8p 1/11/11 Heavy rains are possible for Hawaii starting Wednesday morning as a strong cold front approaches the state from the northwest.
3:30 p.m. 1/11/11 Wind Advisories Begin as Cold Front Approaches
Winds on Maui will increase ahead of a cold front that is expected to begin dropping heavy rain over the western portion of the state beginning tomorrow. The Wind ADVISORY begins Wednesday afternoon
High Surf midnight Tues 1/11/11 to 6p Wed 1/12/11
A High Surf ADVISORY has been issued for the north facing shores of Maui as a series of large swells begin arriving tonight.
Severe Weather Update: Flood Warning Expires, Power Restored, Highway Open
The Flash Flood WARNING for Maui has expired, and has been replaced with a Flood ADVISORY in effect until 12:15 a.m. The Maui Civil Defense Agency reports continued ponding of water, most notably in the Kihei area.
Flood Advisory issued for Maui until 8:15 p.m. 1/10/11
The National Weather Service has issued a Flood ADVISORY for the island of Maui until 8:15 p.m. At 5:12 p.m., radar showed moderate to heavy rain moving over the island.
Maui County weighs in on Flood Potential Outlook
County officials gathered for a special meeting this afternoon to coordinate efforts in preparation for wet weather and possible flash flooding being forecast the National Weather Service
