#tropical storm
University of Hawaiʻi study: Intense tropical cyclones arriving earlier due to climate change
Research from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa revealed that intense tropical cyclones, equivalent to category 4 and 5 hurricanes, are arriving three to four days earlier with each decade of climate change, increasing the risk of compounding extreme weather events.
Update: Tropical Storm Calvin now 720 miles east Big Island, forecast to reach Hawaiʻi by Tuesday night
A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for the Big Island, and a Flood Watch was issued for both Maui County and Hawaiʻi Island, from Tuesday night through Wednesday afternoon.
Don’t wait: Prepare now for Hurricane Calvin and other tropical cyclones
As Hurricane Calvin approaches the Central Pacific, continuing on a westward trek that looks to bring the storm — or its remnants — to Hawai‘i, possibly as early as Tuesday, it’s time to think about what you need to do to be ready.
Saturday PM Update: Darby More or Less Done
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center reported Saturday evening that the remnants of Darby moved southwest of Hawai’i Island and will have very little impact on Hawaii’s weather
Saturday Update: Darby’s Path Stays Steady, Passing West of Big Island Today
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center said in its 5 a.m. Saturday public advisory that Darby was about 190 miles east-southeast of Hilo and about 400 miles east-southeast of Honolulu, moving west at about 22 mph. It will be west of the Big Island by 2 p.m. today, according to the Center.
Hurricane Douglas Moves Away From Kaua‘i
Hurricane Douglas is moving away from the Hawaiian Islands and a hurricane warning is issued for portions of the Papahanaumokukea Marine National Monument.
Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Kaua‘i County
A tropical storm warning has been issued for Kaua‘i County as Hurricane Douglas continues to move west-northwest to the Hawaiian Islands.
KIUC Preps for Hurricane Douglas
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative continues to closely track the movements of Hurricane Douglas as it approaches the Hawaiian Islands.
Hawaiian Airlines Cancels Flights to Mainland as Douglas Approaches
Hawaiian Airlines is canceling all flights between Hawai‘i and the US mainland on Sunday as Hurricane Douglas approaches.
Hurricane Warning Issued for O‘ahu
A hurricane warning has been issued for O‘ahu as Hurricane Douglas continues to move west-northwest toward the Hawaiian Islands.
Hurricane Douglas Now About 390 Miles From Big Island
On the forecast track, Douglas will be near the main Hawaiian Islands late tonight through Sunday night.
Tropical Storm Watch Now Issued for Kaua‘i County
Hurricane Douglas remains at category 2 overnight and a tropical storm watch has now been issued for Kaua‘i County.
Douglas Weakens to Category 2 Hurricane
Douglas weakens slightly and is now classified as a category 2 hurricane.
