High Wind Warning message for Wednesday, December 7th
Civil Defense Message.
This is a High Wind Warning message for Wednesday, December 7th at 7:30 pm.
The National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning for the North and South Kohala Districts of Hawaii Island through Friday Evening.
A High Wind Warning means dangerous and severe sustained winds of at least 40 MPH with gusts over 60 MPH.
Due to the High Wind Warning, the following are in effect:
- Residents should secure outdoor items such as canopies, trash cans, and outdoor furniture are bring them indoors.
- Strong winds will may cause hazardous driving conditions, especially for high profile vehicles.
- Be alert for downed utility lines; do not drive over or attempt to move utility lines as they may be energized.
- Treat intersections with inoperable or downed traffic signals as four-way stops.
