#ana update

Malika Dudley’s Daily Weather Forecast (10/18/14)

Flash Flood Warning still posted, numerous alerts posted for Hawai’i County, heavy rain and thunderstorms, strong winds continue to impact the Big Island.

11 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens, Tropical Storm Conditions Unlikely

The intensity of the Hurricane Ana has increased a bit since the last update and the track still brings Ana south of the islands through the forecast period.

BREAKING: Flood Advisory Issued for Big Island

According to the National Weather Service, heavy rain was falling near Kapapala Ranch and Wood Valley at a rate of 2 – 3 inches per hour.

8 P.M. UPDATE: Impact Update on Hurricane Ana

No changes have been made to the alerts that are posted. The intensity has not changed since the last update but the track has been nudged farther west.

2 P.M. UPDATE: Ana Strengthens, But Forecast Remains Unchanged

Gusts up to 40 miles per hour and waves reaching 15 feet have already been felt at South Point.