#strong winds
High Wind Warning for Lānaʻi and portions of Hawaiʻi Island
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for Lānaʻi and portions of Hawaiʻi Island as a cold front continues to push south of the Big Island this morning.
4th Marine Park in Ha‘ikū Closed Due to Fallen Trees, Strong Winds
The County of Maui, Department of Parks and Recreation announced the closure of 4th Marine Division Memorial Park in Haʻikū due to fallen trees and strong winds in the area.
Strong Winds Force Closure of Molokaʻi Landfill
Workers reportedly said the windy conditions have caused safety concerns for the public and employees at the landfill.
Johnson’s Power Overcomes Plantation Course at TOC
Unleashing phenomenal power off the tee and improved short-iron game, the 28-year-old Johnson overcame Mother Nature, the pressure of a final round, and 29 other champions to win the season-opening Hyundai Tournament at Kapalua.
Johnson Overpowers Field, Elements to Win Hyundai TOC
Dustin Johnson, considered the one of the best young American golfers, displayed a power game that trumped the freakish elements and the 29 other 2012 winners, to capture the season-opening Hyundai Tournament of Champions on Tuesday.
Dustin Johnson in Driver’s Seat After 36 holes at TOC
For three days Dustin Johnson didn’t swing a club. Like a passenger, he watched the weather and waited as the idle Hyundai Tournament of Champions finally got a green light in Kapalua.
Red Flag Warning for leeward Maui and Molokai 8/20/10
It’s another Red Flag Warning Day for the leeward sections of Maui and Molokai. That means there’s gong to be a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures, creating conditions for rapid fire growth. The conditions will persist through this afternoon with the advisory in effect until 6 p.m. A Red Flag […]
Strong winds, low relative humidity, warm temps expected
Leeward sections of all islands can expect a combination of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures today through Saturday. A warning was issued by the National Weather Service and remains in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday, July 31, 2010. The combined conditions have the potential to create rapid fire growth and are considered […]
Strong winds close upper portion of Haleakala Park 5/20/10
(Update: 8:15 a.m. 5/21/10) May 21, 2010 – 8:00 a.m. EVENT: The National Weather Service in Honolulu has CANCELED the WIND ADVISORY for MAUI COUNTY. EFFECTS: Winds at Haleakala summit have diminished to under 30 mph, the threshold for a wind advisory. PRECAUTIONARY MEASURES: PERSONS SHOULD REMAIN CAUTIOUS OF THE DIMINISHING WINDS. (Update: […]
Olowalu and Spreckelsville fires 90% contained
(Posted by Wendy Osher, Update 5:40 p.m. Friday, May 7, 2010) Firefighters gained 90% containment on both the Olowalu and Spreckelsville brush fires on Maui this afternoon (Friday, May 7, 2010). The West Maui fire that began Monday afternoon in Ukumehame and later progressed to Olowalu, burned a total of 1,100 acres. Fire crews will […]
High Winds Down Power Pole Upcountry 3/10/10
Crews from Maui Electric Company completed work late Wednesday night to repair a fallen power pole that came down during strong winds. At 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, motorists were able to access Olinda Road up to the 600 block; but other addresses were being accessed through Piiholo Road. MECO completed work and the road was reopened […]
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 […]
