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Storm Warning Cancelled: Rain Bands Dump 40″ on Hawaii Island
The Tropical Storm Warning has been discontinued for Oʻahu and Maui County; and the Tropical Storm Watch has been discontinued for Kauaʻi County.
Hurricane Warning Lifted; Replaced by Tropical Storm Warning
Weather impacts from Hurricane Lane could be felt into the weekend as the Category 3 system forges a slow advance up the island chain.
LIVE VIDEO Maui Press Conference: Update on County Response
Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa is updating the public about Maui County response as Hurricane Lane continues its path toward the islands. The press conference began at 3 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 23, 2018.
FLOOD WARNING MAUI UNTIL 2:45 PM
A FLOOD WARNING is now in effect for the island of Maui until 2:45 p.m. At 11:30 a.m., heavy rain continues over east Maui from Keʻanae to Kīpahulu.
Maui Hurricane Related Road Advisories/Closures Updates
This post includes an ongoing list of Maui County road closures and traffic advisories associated with Hurricane Lane.
Mayor Arakawa Holds Press Conference Ahead of Hurricane Lane
Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa hosted a press conference on Wednesday afternoon ahead of Hurricane Lane as it continues its approach up the island chain.
UPDATE: Presidential Disaster Declaration Request Approved Ahead of Lane
Gov. Ige’s request for a Presidential Disaster Declaration for the State of Hawai‘i has been approved. Word came late Wednesday afternoon that the governor’s request was granted, as Hurricane Lane approaches the Hawaiian Islands.
Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge Closed in Preparation for Lane
The US Fish and Wildlife Service will close Keālia Pond National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center and the Keālia Coastal Boardwalk on Aug. 22-23, in preparation for any effects from Hurricane Lane.
Lane: What’s Open and Closed for Maui?
With Lane continuing its approach toward the Hawaiian Islands, there’s lots of closures and cancellations being announced.
Maui Emergency Shelters to Open at 2 p.m.
Emergency shelters will open at select locations across Maui County at 2 p.m. today, Wednesday, Aug. 22, 2018.
Red Cross Needs Volunteers for Hurricane Lane
The Red Cross is seeking volunteers who are willing to be on-call to potentially assist in staffing shelters or assessing damage. Training will be provided.
Department of Education Cancels MIL Activities
The Department of Education announced the cancellation of after school activities & programs including inter-scholastic athletic events starting Wed., Aug. 22.
DLNR Announces Closures, Cancellations Ahead of Hurricane Lane
The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources and its divisions are closing various properties in advance of Hurricane Lane.
Hurricane Prep For Your Pet
With the onset of the hazardous hurricane season and storms approaching in the Pacific, here’s a few tips to help keep animals safe during and after a storm.
Hawaiian Airlines Offering Travel Waivers in Advance of Hurricane Lane
Travelers with tickets on Hawaiian Airlines flights departing to or from Hawaiʻi from Aug. 21-26, 2018 will be permitted a 1-time reservation change…
Coast Guard Urges Safety Measures Ahead of Hurricane Lane
When hurricane or tropical storm force winds are present stay off the water.
Peak Wind and Rainfall Amounts Detailed for Hurricane Lane Impacts
Peak winds on Maui are forecast to be in the 25 to 35 mph range with gusts to 50 mph. Parts of Maui could see 18-24 inches of rain with locally higher amounts.
Hurricane Lane Undergoing Rapid Intensification
Hurricane Lane is currently undergoing rapid intensification and is forecast to cross into the Central Pacific basin on Saturday.
Hector Passing South of Hawaii, Storm Warning Cancelled
The center of Hurricane Hector was located 210 miles SE of South Point, 240 miles SSE of Hilo, 330 miles SSE of Hāna and 350 miles SE of Kahului
Hector Coordination Continues Between Emergency Management Partners
Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency, local emergency management and civil defense agencies, and federal and state partners continued coordination efforts with the National Weather Service for Hurricane Hector.
