Nolo slightly stronger as it moves westward south of the Hawaiian Islands
The storm was about 260 miles south-southwest from South Point moving west at near 12 mph as of the 5 a.m. advisory.
Hurricane Nolo is continuing to move away from the Big Island, located about 260 miles southwest of South Point and is moving west at a slightly faster speed of 12 mph.
A turn toward the northwest is expected by tonight, with this general motion continuing through Tuesday. On the forecast track, the center of Nolo will remain well south and southwest of the main Hawaiian Islands but will approach the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument early this week.
Nolo also is still predicted to strengthen into a major hurricane Sunday or Sunday night and reach peak intensity by Monday. Weakening is expected thereafter.
Hurricane force winds extended outward up to 35 miles from the storm’s center, with tropical storm force winds extending up to 150 miles.
Hazards still expected to affect land
Wind:
- Strong and gusty winds are possible through the weekend for all Hawaiian islands.
- Core winds of Nolo, however, will remain to the south.
Rainfall:
- Rainfall and flooding threats are diminishing across the Big Island today with only scattered showers expected.
- For the eastern and southern portions of the Big Island, up to an
additional inch of rainfall is possible.
Storm surge:
- The threat of significant storm surge has diminished, yet water levels along the coast will remain elevated through upcoming tide cycles because of persistent, dangerous wave action.
Surf:
- Swells generated by Nolo are affecting exposed east- and south-facing shores of the Big Island and expected to spread westward and build through the weekend.
- These swells are likely to cause life-threatening surf and rip current conditions.
Courtesy Graphic: National Hurricane Center and Central Pacific Hurricane Center website- Courtesy Graphic: National Hurricane Center and Central Pacific Hurricane Center website
- Courtesy Graphic: National Hurricane Center and Central Pacific Hurricane Center website
More storm forecast Information
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What Big Island residents and visitors need to know
Also be sure to check out “What Big Island residents need to know about Hurricane Nolo” at Big Island Now for information about shelters, closures and other storm-related items that will help keep you safe.
