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Hawaiian Electric begins installation of weather station network in high-risk areas to strengthen wildfire response
The project includes the installation of 52 weather stations on four islands. The weather stations, mounted on Hawaiian Electric utility poles, will provide meteorological data that will help the company to decide whether to activate and deactivate a public safety power shutoff, or PSPS. Under the PSPS program launched July 1, Hawaiian Electric may preemptively shut off power in areas that are at high risk of wildfires during periods of forecast high winds and dry conditions.
Red Flag Warning Extended into Wednesday
A red flag warning has been extended through Wednesday afternoon for the leeward portions of all islands. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures prompted the warning. Strong and gusty trades and a dry stable atmosphere are expected to persist into tomorrow. EVENTS: The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended […]
