…WIND ADVISORY & FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT….

Wind Advisory
Alert:
…HIGH WIND WARNING FOR THE SUMMITS OF MAUI AND THE BIG ISLAND…

…WIND ADVISORY FOR ALL OF THE BIG ISLAND EXCEPT THE SUMMITS…

…WIND ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST MONDAY…

* WHAT…South winds 20 to 35 mph with localized gusts near 50
mph expected.

* WHERE…All of the Big Island, except the Summits of Mauna Kea
and Mauna Loa.

* WHEN…Until 6 AM HST Monday.

* IMPACTS…Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down
tree branches, blow away tents and awnings and also make it
difficult to steer, especially for drivers of high profile
vehicles.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Winds may be especially gusty in showers
and thunderstorms.
Instructions: Watch out for falling tree branches when walking or driving. Make sure tents and awnings are secure or take them down. Be prepared for power outages. Secure outdoor holiday decorations.
Target Area:
Big Island East
Big Island Interior
Big Island North
Big Island South
Big Island Southeast
Kohala
Kona

Flood Watch
Alert:
…FLOOD WATCH FOR ALL ISLANDS THROUGH TUESDAY…

…FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH TUESDAY AFTERNOON…

* WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall remains
possible.

* WHERE…All Hawaiian Islands.

* WHEN…Through Tuesday afternoon.

* IMPACTS…Rain events of this size can cause catastrophic flooding
and affect areas that do not usually flood. Low spots in roads
will become dangerous and impassable due to severe runoff. Debris
in streams and gulches may clog bridges and culverts resulting in
dangerous flooding. Numerous landslides are expected in areas with
steep terrain. Isolated highways, such as the Belt Highway in the
Big Island`s Kau District, may be closed in one or more locations,
resulting in long detours or even the isolation of communities.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
– Periods of extremely heavy rainfall are expected as a kona
low develops west of Kauai, and pulls deep moisture over the
islands. A slow-moving band of heavy rain is expected to move
over the Big Island and Maui County today, spreading to Oahu
and Kauai County tonight and Monday. Widespread rainfall
total amounts of 10 to 15 inches are anticipated, with
isolated areas of 20 to 25 inches possible.
Instructions: Be prepared to take action if a Flash Flood Warning is issued. If you experience heavy rain or rising waters, head to higher ground immediately. A Flood Watch means that conditions are favorable for flash flooding. Flash Flooding is LIFE THREATENING. Do not cross fast flowing water in your vehicle or on foot.
Target Area:
Big Island East
Big Island Interior
Big Island North
Big Island South
Big Island Southeast
Central Oahu
East Honolulu
Ewa Plain
Haleakala Summit
Honolulu Metro
Kahoolawe
Kauai East
Kauai Mountains
Kauai North
Kauai South
Kauai Southwest
Kipahulu
Kohala
Kona
Koolau Leeward
Koolau Windward
Lanai Leeward
Lanai Mauka
Lanai South
Lanai Windward
Maui Central Valley North
Maui Central Valley South
Maui Leeward West
Maui Windward West
Molokai Leeward South
Molokai North
Molokai Southeast
Molokai West
Molokai Windward
Oahu North Shore
Olomana
South Haleakala
South Maui, Upcountry
Waianae Coast
Waianae Mountains
Windward Haleakala