CURRENT WEATHER ALERTS….Wind Advisory, Red Flag, Coastal Flooding, High Surf

Red Flag Warning

11/16/2024 03:28 HST through 11/16/2024 16:00 HST

Red Flag Warning issued November 16 at 3:28AM HST until November 16 at 4:00PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

…RED FLAG WARNING FOR LEEWARD AREAS OF ALL ISLANDS THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON… .The combination of dry fuels, low relative humidity, and strong trade winds will bring critical fire weather conditions for leeward sections of the state through this afternoon. * AFFECTED AREA…Leeward portions of all Hawaiian Islands. * TIMING…Until 4 PM HST this afternoon. * WINDS…East 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY…As low as 45 percent. * IMPACTS…A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and dry fuels can contribute to extreme fire behavior. Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly. A Red Flag Warning does not predict new fire starts.

Instructions

Outdoor burning is not recommended. Heat from vehicle exhaust systems can ignite dry grass. Park cars on areas that are paved or where vegetation is trimmed and cleared. High winds contribute to wildfire hazard. Delay activities that could throw off sparks until the wind dies down. A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior. A Red Flag Warning does not predict new fire starts.

Sender

NWS Honolulu HI

Sent

11/16/2024 03:28 HST

Updates

Niihau; Kauai South; Kauai Southwest; East Honolulu; Honolulu Metro; Ewa Plain; Waianae Coast; Oahu North Shore; Waianae Mountains; Molokai West; Molokai Leeward South; Lanai Windward; Lanai Leeward; Lanai South; Lanai Mauka; Maui Leeward West; Maui Central Valley North; Maui Central Valley South; South Maui/Upcountry; South Haleakala; Big Island South; Big Island Southeast; Kohala; Big Island Interior

High Surf Advisory

11/16/2024 03:18 HST through 11/18/2024 06:00 HST

High Surf Advisory issued November 16 at 3:18AM HST until November 18 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

…HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR EAST FACING SHORES OF KAUAI OAHU MOLOKAI MAUI AND BIG ISLAND UNTIL 6 AM HST MONDAY… …COASTAL FLOOD STATEMENT IN EFFECT FOR ALL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS THROUGH MONDAY MORNING… .Surf along east facing shores will continue to remain large, rough, and choppy coinciding with the strong trade winds. Peak monthly tides will lead to minor coastal flooding in the typical low-lying vulnerable areas in the early mornings. * WHAT…Surf of 8 to 13 ft. For the Coastal Flood Statement, a combination of surf and high water levels could produce nuisance coastal flooding. * WHERE…East facing shores of Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu and the Big Island. For the Coastal Flood Statement, vulnerable low-lying coastal roadways, docks, boat ramps and other coastal infrastructure of Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu and the Big Island. * WHEN…For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM HST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Statement, during the early morning hours at and around the time of the peak daily high tide through Monday morning. * IMPACTS…Flooding of beaches that are normally dry, minor coastal erosion, and saltwater inundation. Moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous.

Instructions

Avoid driving through flooded roadways. If you are forced to drive through salt water, be sure to rinse your vehicle with fresh water. Move electronics, vehicles or other valuables to higher ground. Monitor vessels to ensure mooring lines don’t get too tight and watch out for overwash around boat ramps. Secure canoes or other watercraft stowed on beaches. Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don’t go out.

Sender

NWS Honolulu HI

Sent

11/16/2024 03:18 HST

Updates

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Olomana; Maui Windward West; Kauai East; Koolau Windward; Molokai Southeast; Windward Haleakala; Kipahulu; South Haleakala; Big Island Southeast; Big Island East; Big Island North

Coastal Flood Statement

11/16/2024 03:18 HST through 11/18/2024 08:00 HST

Coastal Flood Statement issued November 16 at 3:18AM HST until November 18 at 8:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

…HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR EAST FACING SHORES OF KAUAI OAHU MOLOKAI MAUI AND BIG ISLAND UNTIL 6 AM HST MONDAY… …COASTAL FLOOD STATEMENT IN EFFECT FOR ALL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS THROUGH MONDAY MORNING… .Surf along east facing shores will continue to remain large, rough, and choppy coinciding with the strong trade winds. Peak monthly tides will lead to minor coastal flooding in the typical low-lying vulnerable areas in the early mornings. * WHAT…Surf of 8 to 13 ft. For the Coastal Flood Statement, a combination of surf and high water levels could produce nuisance coastal flooding. * WHERE…East facing shores of Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu and the Big Island. For the Coastal Flood Statement, vulnerable low-lying coastal roadways, docks, boat ramps and other coastal infrastructure of Kauai, Maui, Molokai, Oahu and the Big Island. * WHEN…For the High Surf Advisory, until 6 AM HST Monday. For the Coastal Flood Statement, during the early morning hours at and around the time of the peak daily high tide through Monday morning. * IMPACTS…Flooding of beaches that are normally dry, minor coastal erosion, and saltwater inundation. Moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous.

Instructions

Avoid driving through flooded roadways. If you are forced to drive through salt water, be sure to rinse your vehicle with fresh water. Move electronics, vehicles or other valuables to higher ground. Monitor vessels to ensure mooring lines don’t get too tight and watch out for overwash around boat ramps. Secure canoes or other watercraft stowed on beaches. Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don’t go out.

Sender

NWS Honolulu HI

Sent

11/16/2024 03:18 HST

Updates

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Olomana; Maui Windward West; Kauai East; Koolau Windward; Molokai Southeast; Windward Haleakala; Kipahulu; South Haleakala; Big Island Southeast; Big Island East; Big Island North

Coastal Flood Statement

11/16/2024 03:18 HST through 11/18/2024 08:00 HST

Coastal Flood Statement issued November 16 at 3:18AM HST until November 18 at 8:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

…HIGH SURF ADVISORY FOR EAST FACING SHORES OF KAUAI OAHU MOLOKAI MAUI AND BIG ISLAND UNTIL 6 AM HST MONDAY… …COASTAL FLOOD STATEMENT IN EFFECT FOR ALL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS THROUGH MONDAY MORNING… .Surf along east facing shores will continue to remain large, rough, and choppy coinciding with the strong trade winds. Peak monthly tides will lead to minor coastal flooding in the typical low-lying vulnerable areas in the early mornings. * WHAT…Isolated minor coastal flooding. * WHERE…Vulnerable low-lying coastal roadways, docks, boat ramps and other coastal infrastructure of all Hawaiian Islands. * WHEN…Through the early morning hours at and around the time of the peak daily high tide through Monday morning. * IMPACTS…Flooding of beaches that are normally dry, minor coastal erosion, and saltwater inundation.

Instructions

Avoid driving through flooded roadways. If you are forced to drive through salt water, be sure to rinse your vehicle with fresh water. Move electronics, vehicles or other valuables to higher ground. Monitor vessels to ensure mooring lines don’t get too tight and watch out for overwash around boat ramps. Secure canoes or other watercraft stowed on beaches.

Sender

NWS Honolulu HI

Sent

11/16/2024 03:18 HST

Updates

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Niihau; Kauai Southwest; Waianae Coast; Oahu North Shore; Kahoolawe; Maui Leeward West; Kona; Kohala; Kauai North; Kauai South; East Honolulu; Honolulu Metro; Ewa Plain; Molokai Windward; Molokai North; Molokai West; Molokai Leeward South; Lanai Windward; Lanai Leeward; Lanai South; Maui Central Valley North; Maui Central Valley South; South Maui/Upcountry; Big Island South

Wind Advisory

11/16/2024 02:57 HST through 11/17/2024 06:00 HST

Wind Advisory issued November 16 at 2:57AM HST until November 17 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI

* WHAT…East winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph. * WHERE…Portions of Kahoolawe, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, and the Big Island Hawaii. * WHEN…Until 6 AM HST Sunday. * IMPACTS…Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings and make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles and those pulling trailers.

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.

Sender

NWS Honolulu HI

Sent

11/16/2024 02:57 HST

Updates

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Lanai Mauka; Kahoolawe; Maui Windward West; Maui Leeward West; Kohala; Big Island Interior; Molokai North; Molokai West; Molokai Leeward South; Lanai Windward; Lanai Leeward; Maui Central Valley North; Maui Central Valley South; South Haleakala; Big Island South; Big Island Southeast; Big Island North

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