LIVE update 5am August 21 with Meteorologist Malika Dudley LIVE with Meteorologist Malika Dudley – HURRICANE WATCH posted for Hawaii County | Category 4 Hurricane Lane11 PM: Hurricane Warning Still in Effect6:30 PM: Civil Defense Update on Hurricane Lane6:15 PM: UH Campuses Closed5:53 PM: Hurricane Lane 370 Miles South of Hilo. Lane is expected to turn toward the NW on Wednesday, followed by a turn toward the NNW on Thursday.5:30 PM: VIDEO: Mayor Kim: Schools Closed to Serve as Possible Shelters 5:17 PM: All Big Island Libraries are Closed5:11 PM: Hurricane Warning in Effect for Big Island5 PM: Extreme Ocean Surges, High Surf Forecast for S. Shores2:15 PM: Coast Guard Raises Port Condition to ‘YANKEE’ for Big Island2 PM: State Prepares for Hurricane Lane1 PM: Emergency Proclamation Issued for Hurricane Lane; No Big Island Shelters Open Yet12:15 PM: Hurricane Lane 390 Miles From Hilo11 AM: Dangerous Hurricane Lane Moves WNW Toward Hawai‘i 9:30 AM: 'Hawai‘i Should Prepare for Lane Now'8 AM: Hurricane Lane Winds Upped to Near 155 MPH7:30 AM: Hurricane Lane May Pose Major Threat to Hawai‘iHURRICANE LANE TUESDAY UPDATES: http://bigislandnow.com/2018/08/21/hurricane-lane-watch-in-effect/?t=1534865789Forecast breakdown from CPHC: https://forecast.weather.gov/wwamap/wwatxtget.php?cwa=hfo&wwa=hurricane%20watch#lane #HurricaneLane Posted by BigIslandNow.com on Tuesday, August 21, 2018

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Tuesday, Aug. 21 2018, 6:30 PM: Civil Defense Update

The Central Pacific Hurricane Center has issued a Hurricane Warning for Hawai‘i County. A Hurricane Warning is issued when hurricane conditions of damaging winds, damaging surf and flooding rains are possible within 36 hours.

The Central Pacific Hurricane Center reports as of 5 p.m., Hurricane Lane is a Category 4 hurricane located approximately 375 miles SSE of Kailua-Kona with sustained winds of 155 mph, moving WNW at approximately 9 mph.

Due to the Hurricane Warning, the following advisories have been issued:

A high surf warning with extreme ocean surges and large breaking waves is in effect for south-facing shores of Ka‘ū and Kona.

A flash flood watch is in effect for the island of Hawaii. Do expect possible heavy rain leading to flash flooding.

Hurricane force winds are possible on the west side of the island from South Point to Kohala on Thursday . The remainder of the island could experience tropical storm force winds.

Due to the Hurricane Warning status, the following closures are in effect:

All public schools and the University of Hawai‘i campuses will be closed until further notice.

All beach parks from South Point north to Kohala will be closed until further notice. All pavilion and camping permits for these parks have been cancelled.

South Point Road from the Kamaoa Road junction to South Point is closed to all traffic.

The Division of Boating and Ocean Recreation (DOBOR) advises all boat owners in unprotected harbors from Milolii to Mahukona to take all measures to secure their vessels. This includes removal, if possible. Complete all actions before nightfall Wednesday.

The Department of Education, in coordination with the American Red Cross and Hawai‘i County Parks and Recreation, have identified shelters in all districts that will be opened if necessary. You will be notified if any of the shelters are opened.

6:15 PM: UH Campuses Closed

The State of Hawai‘i announced on Aug. 21 at 5:20 p.m. that all government offices and facilities in Maui and Hawai‘i Island (Big Island) counties are closed starting Wednesday, August 22, due to the threat of Hurricane Lane, a category 4 storm currently on track to move dangerously close the islands. That means all University of Hawai‘i campuses and non-essential university operations on Hawai‘i Island, Maui, Moloka‘i and Lana‘i will be closed starting tomorrow morning until further notice. Please stand by for updates as UH campuses and non-essential operations on O‘ahu and Kaua‘i may also close as the storm approaches. Residence halls at UH Hilo will remain open for student residents.

Hurricane Lane could make landfall on any or multiple islands, and may bring strong winds, heavy rains, flooding, high surf and storm surges. All students, faculty and staff are asked to keep informed of the latest developments and prepare for the possibility of the need to shelter in place or move to a public shelter. Prepare yourself and your families for the potential effects of the storm. Officials recommend a 14-day emergency supply.

Students in residence halls will receive more specific communications and instructions from their respective student housing office. However, do not hesitate to contact them with any questions or concerns at UH Mānoa: (808) 956-8177; UH Hilo: (808) 932-7403.

All members of the UH community are urged to sign up for UH Alert to receive emergency text alerts. If you have already signed up, log in to ensure that your contact information is up-to-date.

5:53 PM: Hurricane Lane 370 Miles South of Hilo

Powerful Hurricane Lane, located about 325 miles to the south- southeast of South Point on the Big Island at 5 p.m., has been on a WNW track during the day today.

Lane is expected to turn toward the NW on Wednesday, followed by a turn toward the NNW on Thursday.

On this forecast track, the center of Lane will move dangerously close to or over the main Hawaiian Islands from Thursday through Saturday.

Although some weakening is expected the next couple of days, Lane is forecast to remain a dangerous hurricane as it draws closer to the Hawaiian Islands.

The onset of damaging tropical storm force winds on the Big Island could be as early as Wednesday evening, with dangerous hurricane force winds possible by Thursday.

On Maui County, damaging tropical storm force winds could begin as early as Wednesday night, with dangerous hurricane force winds possible starting late Thursday.

On O‘ahu, damaging tropical storm force winds could begin as early as Thursday, with dangerous hurricane force winds possible starting late Thursday night.

Rainbands and thunderstorms surrounding Lane will begin to overspread the state from south to north, reaching the Big Island late tonight or Wednesday morning. Torrential rainfall is possible as squalls increase when Lane makes its closest approach, which could lead to major flash flooding, landslides and mudslides. Flooding can occur even in areas not usually prone to flooding. Storm total rainfall amounts greater than 20 inches are possible.

Swell generated by Lane will bring very large and rough surf and dangerous rip currents for south and southeast facing shores. Surf heights of 15 to 25 feet could lead to ocean water surging and sweeping

over beaches, coastal benches, lava flows, and roadways, creating the potential for significant damage to coastal properties and infrastructure, including roadways. Coastal evacuations and road closures are possible. Large breaking waves may affect harbor entrances and channels with damage possible to docks, piers, ramps, and boats.

Tornadoes and large waterspouts will be possible as Lane approaches the islands, mainly along and to the right of the track of the hurricane on Thursday and Friday.

5:17 PM: All Big Island Libraries Closed

All public libraries and support offices on Hawai‘i Island, Maui, Lāna‘i and Moloka‘i will be closed on Wednesday, Aug. 22 in anticipation of the potential threat of Hurricane Lane.

All library programs statewide scheduled from Wednesday, Sunday, Aug. 22 to 26 are cancelled.

For more information, visit the Hawai‘i State Public Library System’s website.

5:11 PM: HURRICANE WARNING IN EFFECT for Hawai‘i County

A Hurricane Warning means hurricane-force winds are expected somewhere within Hawai‘i Island within the next 36 hours.

WIND

Tropical storm force winds remain possible

Peak Wind Forecast: 25–35 mph with gusts to 50 mph

POTENTIAL THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY

Potential for wind 74 to 110 mph

The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.

PLAN

Plan for life-threatening wind of equivalent CAT 1 or 2 hurricane force due to possible forecast changes in track, siz, or intensity.

PREPARE

Remaining efforts to protect life and property should be urgently completed. Prepare for considerable wind damage.

ACT

Move to safe shelter before the wind becomes hazardous.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS: EXTENSIVE

Considerable roof damage to sturdy buildings, with some having window, door, and garage door failures leading to structural damage. Mobile homes severely damaged, with some destroyed. Damage accentuated by airborne projectiles.

Locations may be uninhabitable for weeks.

Many large trees snapped or uprooted along with fences and roadway signs blown over.

Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. Several bridges, causeways and access routes impassable.

Large areas with power and communications outages.

FLOODING RAIN

A Flash Flood Watch is in effect.

Peak Rainfall Amounts: Additional 10–15 inches, with locally higher amounts

POTENTIAL THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY

Potential for extreme flooding rain.

The flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.

PLAN

Emergency plans should include the potential for extreme flooding from heavy rain. Evacuations and rescues are likely.

PREPARE

Urgently consider protective actions from extreme

and widespread rainfall flooding.

ACT

Heed any flood watches and warnings. Failure to take

action will likely result in serious injury or loss of life.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Devastating to Catastrophic

Extreme rainfall flooding may prompt numerous evacuations

and rescues.

Rivers and tributaries may overwhelmingly overflow their

banks in many places with deep moving water. Small streams,

creeks, canals, arroyos, and ditches may become raging

rivers. In mountain areas, deadly runoff may rage down

valleys while increasing susceptibility to rockslides and

mudslides. Flood control systems and barriers may become

stressed.

Flood waters can enter numerous structures within multiple communities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or washed away. Numerous places where flood waters may cover escape routes. Streets and parking lots become rivers of raging water with underpasses submerged. Driving conditions become very dangerous. Numerous road and bridge closures with some weakened or washed out.

TORNADO

Situation is somewhat favorable for tornadoes

POTENTIAL THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY

Potential for a few tornadoes.

The tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the previous assessment.

PLAN

Emergency plans should include the potential for a few tornadoes.

PREPARE

If your shelter is particularly vulnerable to tornadoes, prepare to relocate to safe shelter before

hazardous weather arrives.

ACT

If a tornado warning is issued, be ready to shelter quickly.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited

The occurrence of isolated tornadoes can hinder the execution of emergency plans during tropical events.

A few places may experience tornado damage, along with power and communications disruptions.

Locations could realize roofs peeled off buildings, chimneys toppled, mobile homes pushed off foundations or overturned, large tree tops and branches snapped off, shallow-rooted trees knocked over, moving vehicles blown off roads, and small boats pulled from moorings.

5 PM: Extreme Ocean Surges, High Surf Forecast for S. Shores

Damaging winds, surf and flooding rains are possible within 36 hours.

A high surf warning with extreme ocean surges and large breaking waves is also in effect for south-facing shores of Ka‘ū and Kona.

Additional information and specific policies on shelters and closures will follow.

2:15 PM: Coast Guard Raises Port Condition to ‘YANKEE’ for Big Island

The Coast Guard Captain of the Port set port condition YANKEE for Big Island ports and port condition X-RAY for O‘ahu, Maui, Lāna‘i, Moloka‘i and Kaua‘i ports as of 11 a.m. Tuesday in advance of Hurricane Lane.

2 PM: DLNR Announces Closures Ahead of Hurricane Lane

The Hawai‘i Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) and its divisions are closing various properties in advance of Hurricane Lane. The regularly scheduled meeting of the Board of Land and Natural Resources (BLNR), set for Friday, Aug. 24, has been postponed.

Additional closures may be announced depending on the storms track over specific islands and this release will be updated accordingly over the next few days.

1 PM: Emergency Proclamation Issued for Hurricane Lane; No Shelters Open Yet

Hawai‘i County Mayor Harry Kim issued an emergency proclamation for Hurricane Lane which provides for the establishment of county organizations for emergency management and disaster relief with the mayor having direct responsibility and authority over emergency management within the county.

Hawai‘i County Civil Defense has not determined at this time if any evacuation shelters will be opening. Around 5 p.m. tonight, officials will have more information and will make that determination at that time if shelters will need to be opened on Hawai‘i Island.



12:15 PM: Hurricane Lane 390 Miles From Hilo

A Hurricane Watch is in effect for Big Island Interior, Big Island North and East, Big Island Summits, Haleakala Summit, Kaho‘olawe, Kohala, Kona, Lana‘i Makai, Lanai Mauka, Leeward Haleakala, Maui Central Valley, Maui Leeward West, Maui Windward West, Molokai Leeward, Molokai Windward, South Big Island, and Windward Haleakala.

Lane is about 580 miles south-southeast of Honolulu or about 390 miles SSW of Hilo

14.3N 153.2W

Storm Intensity 155 mph

Movement WNWt or 285 degrees at 9 mph

Hurricane Lane is passing to the south-southeast of the Big Island today and is expected to begin a turn northwest toward the islands tonight and Wednesday. The center of Lane will track dangerously close to, or over the islands Thursday through Saturday. Regardless of the exact track of the center, major impacts are likely in some areas as the hurricane makes it’s closest approach. It is important to remember, these impacts can extend far from the center.

The onset of damaging tropical storm force winds on the Big Island could be as early as Wednesday afternoon or evening, with dangerous hurricane force winds possible by Wednesday night. On Maui County, damaging tropical storm force winds could begin as early as Wednesday night, with dangerous hurricane force winds possible starting on Thursday. Hurricane Watches may be needed for other areas as Lane draws closer.

Bands of intense showers and thunderstorms surrounding Lane will begin to overspread the state from south to north, reaching the Big Island late tonight or Wednesday morning. Excessive rainfall is possible which could lead to major flash flooding, landslides and mudslides. Flooding can occur even in areas not usually prone to flooding. Storm total rainfall amounts greater than 20 inches are possible.

Swell generated by Lane will bring very large and rough surf and dangerous rip currents for south and southeast facing shores.

Tornadoes and large waterspouts will be possible associated with Lane, mainly along and to the right of the track of the hurricane.

11 AM: Dangerous Hurricane Lane Moves WNW Toward Hawai‘i

A Hurricane Watch is still in effect for Hawai‘i and Maui County.

A Hurricane Watch means that hurricane conditions are possible within the watch area. A watch is typically issued 48 hours before the anticipated first occurrence of tropical storm-force winds, conditions that make outside preparations difficult or dangerous.

Additional Tropical Storm or Hurricane Watches will likely be issued this afternoon or tonight.

At 11 a.m., the center of Hurricane Lane was located near latitude 14.3 north, longitude 153.2 west.

Lane is moving toward the WNW near 9 mph and this motion is expected to continue through tonight.

A turn toward the northwest is expected Wednesday into Thursday.

On the forecast track, the center of Lane will move very close to or over the main Hawaiian Islands from Thursday through Saturday.

Maximum sustained winds are near 155 mph with higher gusts. Lane is a powerful Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.

Slow weakening is forecast during the next 48 hours, but Lane is forecast to remain a dangerous hurricane as it draws closer to the Hawaiian Islands.

Hurricane-force winds extend outward up to 40 miles from the center and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 140 miles.

HAZARDS AFFECTING LAND

WIND: Tropical storm conditions are possible within the Hurricane Watch area beginning Wednesday night, with hurricane conditions possible on Thursday.

RAINFALL: Excessive rainfall associated with Lane is expected to affect portions of the Hawaiian Islands from Wednesday into the weekend, leading to flash flooding and landslides. Lane is expected to produce total rain accumulations of 10 to 15 inches with isolated maximum amounts of 20 inches over the Hawaiian Islands.

SURF: Large swells generated by Lane will impact the Hawaiian Islands, beginning tonight on the Big Island and spreading across the remainder of the island chain Wednesday through Thursday. These swells will produce large and potentially damaging surf along exposed west, south and east-facing shorelines.

9:30 AM: ‘Hawai‘i Should Prepare for Lane Now’

The Weather Channel has provided an update on Hurricane Lane, a potentially dangerous and destructive Category 4 storm currently headed toward the Hawaiian islands.

“Even if its center does not make landfall, and despite the forecast of weakening, Hurricane Lane could bring damaging winds, power outages, and life-threatening and destructive flooding rains and waves to portions of all of the Hawaiian Islands,” said TWC Hurricane Expert Dr. Rick Knabb.

“Today and Wednesday are important days of preparation throughout the state of Hawai‘i since tropical storm conditions could first start arriving by late Wednesday night or Thursday morning. It does not take a direct hit for a hurricane to be deadly, and water has historically taken the most lives in hurricanes and tropical storms.”

He said Hawai‘i must prepare now for the storm and the potentially lengthy aftermath.

8 AM: Hurricane Lane Winds Upped to Near 155 MPH

At 8 a.m., the eye of Hurricane Lane was located near latitude 14.1 north, longitude 152.6 west.

Lane is moving toward the west near 9 mph and this general motion is expected to continue through tonight, with a slight decrease in forward speed.

A turn toward the northwest is expected Wednesday into Thursday.

On the forecast track, the center of Lane will pass close to Hawa‘i and Maui Counties on Thursday and Thursday night.

Maximum sustained winds have increased to near 155 mph with higher gusts.

Lane remains a powerful Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.

Slight weakening is expected during the next couple of days, but Lane is forecast to remain a dangerous hurricane as it draws closer to the Hawaiian Islands.

Hurricane-force winds extend outward up to 40 miles from the center and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 140

miles.

7:30 AM: Hurricane Lane May Pose Major Threat to Hawai‘i

A Hurricane Watch is in effect for the Big Island.

Category 4 Hurricane Lane is 430 miles SSE of Hilo at 14.1 N ,152.3 W.

Winds are clocked at 150 mph.

The storm is moving west at 275 degrees at 12 mph.

OVERVIEW

Hurricane Lane is passing to the south-southeast of the Big Island this morning and is expected to make a turn toward the islands Wednesday into Thursday.

The onset of damaging tropical storm force winds on the Big Island could be as early as Wednesday, with dangerous hurricane force winds possible by Wednesday night.

In Maui County, damaging tropical storm-force winds could begin as early as Wednesday night, with dangerous hurricane-force winds possible starting on Thursday.

Hurricane Watches may be needed for other areas as Lane draws closer.

Bands of intense showers and thunderstorms surrounding Lane will begin to overspread the state from south to north, reaching the Big Island late tonight or Wednesday morning.

Excessive rainfall is possible which could lead to major flash flooding, landslides and mudslides.

Flooding can occur even in areas not usually prone to flooding. Storm total rainfall amounts greater than 20 inches are possible.

Swell generated by Lane could bring very large and rough surf and dangerous rip currents for south and southeast facing shores.

Tornadoes and large waterspouts may be associated with Lane, mainly along and to the right of the track of the hurricane.

WIND

Prepare for life-threatening wind having possible extensive impacts across the Big Island.

Potential impacts include:

Considerable roof damage to sturdy buildings, with some having window, door, and garage door failures leading to structural damage. Mobile homes severely damaged, with some destroyed.

Damage accentuated by airborne projectiles. Locations may be uninhabitable for weeks.

Many large trees snapped or uprooted along with fences and roadway signs blown over.

Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban or heavily wooded places. Several bridges, causeways, and access routes impassable.

Large areas with power and communications outages.

FLOODING RAIN

Prepare for life-threatening rainfall flooding having possible devastating impacts across the main Hawaiian islands.

Potential impacts include:

Extreme rainfall flooding may prompt numerous evacuations and rescues.

Rivers and tributaries may overwhelmingly overflow their banks in many places with deep moving water. Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and ditches may become raging rivers. In mountain areas, deadly runoff may rage down valleys while increasing susceptibility to rockslides and mudslides.

Flood control systems and barriers may become stressed.

Flood waters can enter numerous structures within multiple communities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or washed away. Numerous places where flood waters may cover escape routes. Streets and parking lots become rivers of raging water with underpasses submerged. Driving conditions become very dangerous. Numerous road and bridge closures with some weakened or washed out.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

EVACUATIONS: Listen to local officials for recommended preparedness actions, including possible evacuation. If ordered to evacuate, do so immediately.

OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION

Now is the time to check your emergency plan and emergency supplies kit and take necessary actions to protect your family and secure your home or business.

When making safety and preparedness decisions, do not focus on the exact forecast track since hazards such as flooding rain, damaging wind gusts, and tornadoes extend well away from the center of the storm.

If in a place that is vulnerable to high wind, such as near large trees, a manufactured home, upper floors of a high-rise building, or on a boat, plan to move to safe shelter.

If you live in a place particularly vulnerable to flooding, such as near the ocean or a large inland lake, in a low-lying or poor drainage area, in a valley, or near an already swollen river, plan to move to safe shelter on higher ground.

Always heed the advice of local officials and comply with orders that are issued. Do not needlessly jeopardize your life or the lives of others.

When securing your property, outside preparations should be concluded as soon as possible before conditions deteriorate. The onset of strong gusty winds or flooding can cause certain preparedness

activities to become unsafe.

Be sure to let friends and family members know of your intentions for weathering the storm and your whereabouts. Have someone located away from the threatened area serve as your point of contact. Share vital contact information with others. Keep cell phones handy and charged.

Check on those who may not be fully aware of the situation or who are unable to make personal preparations.

If you are a visitor, know the name of the island on which you are located and where it is relative to current watches and warnings. If staying at a hotel, ask the management staff about their onsite disaster plan. Listen for evacuation orders, especially pertaining to area visitors.

Closely monitor weather.gov, NOAA Weather Radio and local news outlets for official storm information. Listen for possible changes to the forecast.

There is a threat from tornadoes with this storm. Have multiple ways to receive Tornado Warnings. Be ready to shelter quickly.

ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION

For information on appropriate preparations, see ready.gov.

For information on creating an emergency plan, see getagameplan.org.

For additional disaster preparedness information, see redcross.org.

6 AM: Hurricane Lane About 450 Miles SSE of Kailua-Kona

The National Weather Service has issued a Hurricane Watch for Hawai‘i County. A Hurricane Watch is issued when hurricane conditions of damaging winds, damaging surf, and flooding rains are possible within 48 hours.

The Central Pacific Hurricane Center reports as of 5 am, Hurricane Lane is a Category 4 hurricane located approximately 450 miles SSE of Kailua-Kona with sustained winds of 150 mph, moving west at approximately 12 mph.

Due to the Hurricane Watch, the following advisories have been issued:

Hurricane force winds are possible throughout the island on Thursday.

Expect heavy rain leading to flash flooding and landslides.

Large swells with potentially damaging surf along south and west facing shores of Puna, Ka‘ū, and Kona.

Residents along affected shores should be alert for high and dangerous surf conditions. Boat owners, take measures to secure your vessel.

The following closures are in effect:

Whittington and Punaluu Beach Parks remain closed. All pavilion and camping permits for these parks have been cancelled.

South Point Road from the Kamaoa Road junction to South Point is closed to all through traffic; open to local residents only.

The Department of Education reports that all schools are open.

Take this time to assure that family and business emergency plans are up to date.

5:39 AM: Flood Watch in Effect for All Islands Starting Wednesday AM

As Hurricane Lane approaches the islands from the south, deep tropical moisture associated with Hurricane Lane will spread across the island chain from the east, with increased potential for heavy

rainfall.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Watch for the Big Island, Kaho‘olawe, Kaua‘i, Lanai, Maui, Molokai, Ni‘ihau and O‘ahu from Wednesday morning through Friday afternoon.

Abundant moisture from Hurricane Lane is expected to move over the Big Island late Wednesday and spreading to the rest of the islands through Friday. Intense rainfall will be possible, especially along southeast and east facing slopes. The risk of flooding will only increase as Hurricane Lane approaches.

In addition to flood prone areas, heavy rain events of this size may cause flooding in areas outside of designated flood zones. Low spots in roads will become dangerous and impassible due to severe runoff. High amounts of debris in streams and gulches maymclog bridges and culverts resulting in dangerous flooding outside the normal channels and significant property damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS

A Flash Flood Watch means that conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is a VERY DANGEROUS SITUATION.

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

4:48 AM: Hurricane Lane Watch in Effect for Hawai‘i & Maui Counties

Lane Local Watch/Warning Statement/Advisory Number 27, National Weather Service Honolulu

A Hurricane Watch is in effect for Hawi‘i County and Maui County.

A Hurricane Watch means hurricane-force winds are possible somewhere within this area within the next 48 hours.

Hurricane Lane is located about 450 miles SSE of Kailua-Kona on Hawai‘i Island.

At 5 a.m., the eye of Hurricane Lane was located by satellite near latitude 14.1 North, longitude 152.3 West.

Lane is moving toward the west near 12 mph and this motion is expected to continue through tonight, with a slight decrease in forward speed.

A turn toward the northwest is expected Wednesday into Thursday.

On the forecast track, the center of Lane will pass close to Hawai‘i and Maui Counties on Thursday.

Lane is a Category 4 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale. Slight weakening is expected the next couple of days, but Lane is forecast to remain a dangerous hurricane as it draws closer to the Hawaiian Islands.

Hurricane-force winds extend outward up to 40 miles from the center and tropical-storm-force winds extend outward up to 140 miles.

Lane’s current maximum sustained winds are between 150 and 240 mph.

WIND: Hurricane conditions are possible within the Hurricane Watch area on Thursday.

RAINFALL: Excessive rainfall associated with Lane is expected to affect portions of the Hawaiian Islands from Wednesday into the weekend, leading to flash flooding and landslides. Lane is expected to produce total rain accumulations of 10 to 15 inches with isolated maximum amounts of 20 inches over the Hawaiian Islands. Showers and thunderstorms with gusty winds may occur.

SURF: Large swells generated by Lane will impact the Hawaiian Islands this week. These swells will produce large and potentially damaging surf along exposed south and west facing shorelines.

POTENTIAL IMPACTS

Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds and unanchored mobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about.

Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. Some fences and roadway signs blown over.

A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban or heavily wooded places.

Hazardous driving conditions on bridges and other elevated roadways.

Scattered power and communications outages.

Potential for moderate flooding rain.

PREPARATION SHOULD BE UNDERWAY

Efforts to protect property should now be underway. Plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm force due to possible forecast changes in track, size or intensity.

Prepare for limited wind damage. Act now to complete preparations before the wind becomes hazardous.

Emergency plans should include the potential for moderate flooding from heavy rain.

Evacuations and rescues are possible. Moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and rescues.

Rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially in usually vulnerable spots. Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and ditches overflow.

Flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations. Several places may experience expanded areas of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage areas. Some streets and parking lots take on moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow.

Driving conditions become hazardous. Some road and bridge closures.

Consider protective actions if you are in an area vulnerable to flooding.

Heed any flood watches and warnings. Failure to take action may result in serious injury or loss of life.

HURRICANE PREPARATION INFORMATION HERE

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