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Powerful kona storm begins trek down island chain; severe weather to persist

A powerful and slow-moving kona low northwest of the islands will bring a prolonged period of hazardous weather to the state through the upcoming weekend. Expect periods of heavy rain, bringing the potential for flash flooding, strong kona winds, and strong to severe thunderstorms.

High Wind Watch until Sunday afternoon for Haleakalā and Big Island summits

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for Haleakalā on Maui and Big Island summits from Thursday evening until Sunday afternoon. The forecast calls for wind from the southwest blowing at 45-65 mph with gusts up to 85 mph possible.

High Wind Warning issued for Haleakalā on Maui and Big Island summits

On the Big Island summits, southwest winds of 50 to 70 mph will increase to 60 to 80 mph Tuesday. On the high summit of Haleakalā on Maui, southwest winds will build to 45 to 55 mph tonight and increase to 50 to 60 mph Tuesday.

Another cold front approaches, High Wind Watch through Wednesday for Haleakalā

Another cold front approaches the islands from the northwest, bringing up another round of unstable showers starting tonight and lasting through Wednesday.

High Wind Warning to bring gusty winds as Dora passes safely south of Hawaiʻi

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the Hawaiian Islands, saying gusty winds are possible today through late Tuesday night. 

HIGH WIND WATCH: Noon Saturday to Sunday Night

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for the state this weekend as a cold front moves down the island chain and a strong high pressure system passes north of the islands. This combination will bring very windy conditions to all islands Saturday and Sunday. The strongest NE to E winds will […]