This product covers the Hawaiian islands<\/p>\n
**TROPICAL STORM WARNING ISSUED FOR KAUAI AND NIIHAU**<\/p>\n
NEW INFORMATION
\n—————<\/p>\n
* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
\n– The Tropical Storm Watch has been upgraded to a Tropical Storm
\nWarning for Kauai East, Kauai Mountains, Kauai North, Kauai
\nSouth, Kauai Southwest, and Niihau<\/p>\n
* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
\n– A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Kauai East, Kauai
\nMountains, Kauai North, Kauai South, Kauai Southwest, and Niihau<\/p>\n
* STORM INFORMATION:
\n– About 580 miles south-southwest of Lihue
\n– 14.7N 163.8W
\n– Storm Intensity 125 mph
\n– Movement North-northwest or 335 degrees at 6 mph<\/p>\n
SITUATION OVERVIEW
\n——————
\nAt 5 am HST, the eye of major Hurricane Lowell was located about
\n580 miles south-southwest of Lihue. Lowell has maximum sustained winds
\nof 125 mph, and is now moving toward the north-northwest at 6 mph.
\nLowell is expected to continue to turn more toward the north-northeast
\ntonight into Monday while accelerating. Some fluctuations in
\nintensity are expected in the short term, with gradual weakening
\nexpected into Monday. A faster rate of weakening is expected by Monday
\nnight and Tuesday due to an increase of vertical wind shear and dry
\nmid level air. The eye of Lowell is currently forecast to make it’s
\nclosest approach to the main Hawaiian Islands Monday night, passing
\n100 to 200 miles west of Niihau.<\/p>\n
Strong, gusty winds on the eastern side of Lowell’s circulation are
\nexpected to affect Kauai and Niihau as Hurricane Lowell passes. Winds
\nwill increase on Monday as the hurricane approaches the western end of
\nthe chain. Based on the current forecast, tropical storm force winds,
\nsustained 39 mph or higher, is expected Monday afternoon. Plan to have
\nyour preparations for damaging winds complete before midday Monday, with winds
\npeaking Monday night. Even higher gusts, 60 mph or more, are possible
\nover Kauai and Niihau where winds are accelerated by terrain.<\/p>\n
Starting later today, a very large shield of deep tropical moisture
\nsurrounding Lowell will spread northward over the main Hawaiian
\nislands from south to north, bringing increasing showers. Squally
\ndownpours could lead to flash flooding, along with mudslides in steep
\nterrain. Rainbands could become persistent and anchored in some areas,
\nwhich would exacerbate the flash flood threat. The risk of flash
\nflooding and mudslides is greatest for Kauai and Niihau, but also
\nexists for other islands as well due to the extent of the moisture
\nassociated with Lowell. Over a foot of rain is possible over portions
\nof Kauai, mainly over the interior mountains.<\/p>\n
Surf is expected to increase quickly on south and west facing shores
\ntonight, reaching warning levels by Monday. Damaging surf and some
\ncoastal inundation are expected along the immediate coast on exposed
\nsouth and west facing shores on Kauai and Niihau Monday and Monday
\nnight, before diminishing on Tuesday. Highest surf heights in those
\nareas may reach 20 to 30 feet, along with 1 to 3 feet of coastal
\ninundation.<\/p>\n
Conditions will become favorable for fast-moving, short-lived
\nwaterspouts and tornadoes in the rainbands associated with Lowell,
\nmainly near Kauai and Niihau, later on Monday. This threat will
\ncontinue into Monday night, then diminish quickly Tuesday morning.<\/p>\n
POTENTIAL IMPACTS
\n—————–<\/p>\n
* WIND:
\nPrepare for hazardous wind having possible limited impacts across
\nKauai and Niihau. Potential impacts in this area include:
\n– Damage to porches, awnings, carports, sheds, and unanchored
\nmobile homes. Unsecured lightweight objects blown about.
\n– Many large tree limbs broken off. A few trees snapped or
\nuprooted, but with greater numbers in places where trees are
\nshallow rooted. Some fences and roadway signs blown over.
\n– A few roads impassable from debris, particularly within urban
\nor heavily wooded places. Hazardous driving conditions on
\nbridges and other elevated roadways.
\n– Scattered power and communications outages.<\/p>\n
Elsewhere across the Hawaiian islands, little to no impact is
\nanticipated.<\/p>\n
* FLOODING RAIN:
\nPrepare for life-threatening rainfall flooding having possible
\nextensive impacts across Kauai and Niihau. Potential impacts include:
\n– Major rainfall flooding may prompt many evacuations and rescues.
\n– Rivers and tributaries may rapidly overflow their banks in
\nmultiple places. Small streams, creeks, canals, arroyos, and
\nditches may become dangerous rivers. In mountain areas,
\ndestructive runoff may run quickly down valleys while
\nincreasing susceptibility to rockslides and mudslides. Flood
\ncontrol systems and barriers may become stressed.
\n– Flood waters can enter many structures within multiple
\ncommunities, some structures becoming uninhabitable or washed
\naway. Many places where flood waters may cover escape routes.
\nStreets and parking lots become rivers of moving water with
\nunderpasses submerged. Driving conditions become dangerous.
\nMany road and bridge closures with some weakened or washed out.<\/p>\n
Prepare for dangerous rainfall flooding having possible significant
\nimpacts across the rest of the main Hawaiian Islands from Oahu to the
\nBig Island.<\/p>\n
* SURGE:
\nPrepare for locally hazardous surge having possible limited impacts
\nacross Kauai and Niihau. Potential impacts in this area include:
\n– Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along
\nimmediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas
\nfarther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore.
\n– Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread
\nwith surge water. Driving conditions dangerous in places where
\nsurge water covers the road.
\n– Moderate beach erosion. Heavy surf also breaching dunes, mainly
\nin usually vulnerable locations. Strong rip currents.
\n– Minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks,
\nand piers. A few small craft broken away from moorings.<\/p>\n
Elsewhere across the Hawaiian islands, little to no impact is
\nanticipated.<\/p>\n
* TORNADOES:
\nPrepare for a dangerous tornado event having possible significant
\nimpacts across Kauai and Niihau. Potential impacts include:
\n– The occurrence of scattered tornadoes can hinder the execution
\nof emergency plans during tropical events.
\n– Several places may experience tornado damage with a few spots
\nof considerable damage, power loss, and communications failures.
\n– Locations could realize roofs torn off frame houses, mobile
\nhomes demolished, boxcars overturned, large trees snapped or
\nuprooted, vehicles tumbled, and small boats tossed about.
\nDangerous projectiles can add to the toll.<\/p>\n
Prepare for a tornado event having possible limited impacts across
\nthe rest of the main Hawaiian Islands from Oahu to the Big Island.<\/p>\n
PRECAUTIONARY\/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
\n———————————-<\/p>\n
* EVACUATIONS:
\nFollow the advice of local officials<\/p>\n
* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
\nNow is the time to complete all preparations to protect life and
\nproperty in accordance with your emergency plan. Ensure you are in a
\nsafe location before the onset of strong winds or possible flooding.<\/p>\n
If you are relocating to safe shelter, leave as early as possible.
\nAllow extra time to reach your destination. Many roads and bridges
\nwill be closed once strong winds arrive. Check the latest weather
\nforecast before departing and drive with caution.<\/p>\n
If heading to a community shelter, become familiar with the shelter
\nrules before arrival, especially if you have special needs or have
\npets. Take essential items with you from your Emergency Supplies Kit.<\/p>\n
Failure to adequately shelter may result in serious injury or loss of
\nlife. Always heed the advice of local officials and comply with any
\norders that are issued. Remember, during the storm 9 1 1 Emergency
\nServices may not be able to immediately respond if conditions are
\nunsafe. This should be a big factor in your decision making.<\/p>\n
Keep cell phones well charged. Cell phone chargers for automobiles
\ncan be helpful, but be aware of your risk for deadly carbon monoxide
\npoisoning if your car is left idling in a garage or other poorly
\nventilated area.<\/p>\n
It is important to remain calm, informed, and focused during an
\nemergency. Be patient and helpful with those you encounter.<\/p>\n
If you are a visitor, be sure to know the name of the city or town in
\nwhich you are staying and the name of the county or parish in which
\nit resides. Listen for these locations in local news updates. Pay
\nattention for instructions from local authorities.<\/p>\n
Storm surge is the leading killer associated with tropical storms and
\nhurricanes! Make sure you are in a safe area away from the surge
\nzone. Even if you are not in a surge-prone area, you could find
\nyourself cutoff by flood waters during and after the storm. Heed
\nevacuation orders issued by the local authorities.<\/p>\n
Rapidly rising flood waters are deadly. If you are in a flood-prone
\narea, consider moving to higher ground. Never drive through a flooded
\nroadway. Remember, turn around don’t drown!<\/p>\n
If a Tornado Warning is issued for your area, be ready to shelter
\nquickly, preferably away from windows and in an interior room not
\nprone to flooding. If driving, scan the roadside for quick shelter
\noptions.<\/p>\n
If in a place that is vulnerable to high wind, such as near large
\ntrees, a manufactured home, upper floors of a high-rise building, or
\non a boat, consider moving to a safer shelter before the onset of
\nstrong winds or flooding.<\/p>\n
Closely monitor weather.gov, NOAA Weather radio or local news outlets
\nfor official storm information. Be ready to adapt to possible changes
\nto the forecast. Ensure you have multiple ways to receive weather
\nwarnings.<\/p>\n
* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
\n– For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
\n– For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
\n– For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org<\/p>\n
NEXT UPDATE
\n———–<\/p>\n
The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
\nService in Honolulu HI around 11 AM HST, or sooner if conditions
\nwarrant.<\/p>\n
.Moisture along the eastern flank of Hurricane Lowell will bring
\nperiods of heavy rain to the main Hawaiian Islands late Sunday
\nthrough Tuesday.<\/p>\n
…FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM NOON HST TODAY THROUGH TUESDAY
\nAFTERNOON…<\/p>\n
* WHAT…Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
\npossible.<\/p>\n
* WHERE…Maui, Lanai, Molokai, Oahu, The Big Island and Kahoolawe.<\/p>\n
* WHEN…From noon HST today through Tuesday afternoon.<\/p>\n
* IMPACTS…Flood prone roads and other low lying areas may be closed
\ndue to elevated runoff and overflowing streams. Urban areas may
\nreceive more significant flooding and property damage due to rapid
\nrunoff.<\/p>\n
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…
\n– Moisture along the eastern flank of Hurricane Lowell will bring
\nperiods of heavy rain to the main Hawaiian islands Sunday
\nafternoon through Tuesday. Initially, the threat of heavy rain
\nwill be highest along windward and mountain areas, then the
\nthreat will spread everywhere as the winds become more southerly
\nby Monday.
\n– Maui, Lanai, Molokai, Oahu, The Big Island and Kahoolawe.<\/p>\n
PRECAUTIONARY\/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…<\/p>\n
You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
\nshould Flash Flood Warnings be issued.<\/p>\n
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