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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.

Wind gusts up to 70 mph on Haleakalā, Maui

West wind gusts will increase to 50 to 70 mph on the summit of Haleakalā and 60 to 80 mph on the high summits of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa on the Big Island.

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 […]

Maui Forecast Calls for 60 mph Gusts Prompting Wind Warning

The National Weather Service issued a high wind warning, which remains in effect until 6 p.m. on Sunday, March 16, with winds blowing from the NE at 30-45 mph, and localized gusts expected to be blowing at up to 60 mph.

Strong Winds Continue at Haleakalā Summit

Forecasters say east winds over Haleakala will be 30 to 35 mph with localized gusts over 45 mph. The strongest winds are expected over exposed ridges.

Wild Maui Weather, Downed Trees, Power Outages

Wild weather on Maui forced a suspension of play on opening day of the Hyundai Tournament of Champions, power outages in Olinda and Haleakala, downed trees and branches across the island, and blustery conditions at the higher elevations.

65 mph Gusts Expected at Summit of Haleakalā

Winds of between 40 and 45 mph with localized gusts over 65 mph are expected at the summit area of Haleakalā; and 20 to 35 mph with gusts over 50 mph for the rest of the state.

Olinda Fire: High Winds, Limited Access

The Department of Land and Natural Resources has closed the Makawao State Forest Reserve due to an ongoing forest fire a above the Kahakapao reservoir in the Olinda/Piiholo area.