Updated 5 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 23.
Tropical depression Moke now is 445 miles southwest of Hilo, but the National Hurricane Center said there is still a threat of flash floods for portions of the Big Island, according to the 5 a.m. Monday advisory.
The storm is expected to be of little impact to Kauaʻi, as it passes way south of the Garden Island today. It is forecast to continue to weaken, degenerating to a remnant low pressure area by Tuesday as it travels well south of the other Hawaiian Islands.
The storm now has maximum sustained winds of 35 mph and is expected to produce additional rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches today on the Big Island.
A flood watch for Hawai’i Island remains in effect through Monday afternoon.
The National Hurricane Center continues to issue this warning: “These rainfall amounts may produce areas of flash flooding for the windward and southeast Big Island, especially in steep terrain and over areas that were affected recently by Lala. Flood prone and low lying locations, as well as urban areas may also see instances of flash flooding.”
The storm is traveling west at 14 mph, and still will bring gusty winds to the Big island.
Continued weakening is forecast, and Moke is expected to degenerate to a remnant low pressure area by Tuesday as it travels well south of the other Hawaiian Islands.
No closures of state parks or camping areas are anticipated on the Garden Isle because of Moke.
Small boat harbors and their restrooms remain open. Vessel groundings should be immediately reported to the state Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation.
State health officials continue to monitor health and medical operations statewide.
Air medical and ground EMS services are operating normally statewide. Hospitals are operating at normal capacity. The Medical Operations Coordination Center continues to monitor 9-1-1, EMS, air medical services, hospitals and Healthcare Emergency Management Coalition.
Other state departments as well as University of Hawaiʻi continue closely watching Moke and standing by if their resources are necessary, any closures are issued and if their response is needed for any potential impacts.
The fall semester at all 10 university and community college campuses throughout the state begins Monday.
Check the National Weather Service Honolulu forecast office website for your specific community/area forecast and to stay updated about any other advisories, watches or warnings are issued.
