#Barbara

Despite the Rain Drought Still in Effect

Storm system Barbara brought some much needed rain to Maui County, just not enough according to the Department of Water Supply (DWS).

“Deep Moisture” from Barbara Remnants in Forecast

Deep tropical moisture associated with the remnants of Barbara will pass over the Big Island of Hawaiʻi today and tonight before diminishing.

Barbara Weakening, Residents Urged to Remain Vigilant

The National Weather Service in Honolulu reported that Maui County could still receive 3 to 5 inches of rain with potential for localized flooding beginning late Sunday night and early Monday morning

Barbara Could Still Bring Storm Surge Warns Coast Guard

“storm surge is the abnormal rise of water generated by a storm’s winds” which can result in a “significant loss of life.”

Barbara Weakens to a Tropical Storm

Barbara has weakened to a tropical storm with winds dropping below the 74 mph threshold for hurricane status.  

Hurricane Barbara Has Likely Peaked in Intensity

Barbara is expected to degenerate into a post-tropical low by the time the cyclone moves into the Central Pacific basin. 

Tropical Storm Barbara

Tropical Storm Barbara is expected to become Hurricane Barbara by Tuesday according to the National Hurricane Center