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Update No. 3: Calvin strengthens more, now with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph
As of 2 p.m., the Central Pacific Hurricane Center said Calvin was about 220 miles southeast of Hilo and moving west at 21 mph. Tropical storm-force winds now extend up to 140 miles out from the storm’s center, which is still forecast to pass the islands to the south, very close to the Big Island.
UPDATE: Tropical Storm Calvin continues to track toward Hawai’i Islands, 1,150 miles east southeast of Hilo
Calvin is now a tropical storm with sustained winds of 70 mph as it continues on a west northwest path at 16 mph and is located about 1,360 miles east southeast of Hilo.
Update #3: All things weather-related for March 8 on the Big Island
The National Weather Service’s high wind advisory for all districts of Hawaiʻi Island remains in effect through Thursday. Sustained winds of 25 to 35 mph with localized gusts over 50 mph are forecast.
UPDATE 5: High wind and winter weather advisories canceled for Big Island
The National Weather Service has canceled the high wind and winter weather advisories for the Big Island.
High Surf Advisory Issued For Big Island
A high surf advisory means surf will be higher than normal, and shore break and dangerous currents could cause injury or death.
Flash Flood Watch Issued For Several Big Island Districts
All residents in flood-prone areas are asked to remain alert for flooding conditions.
Flood Advisory Issued For Big Island
An advisory is issued when flooding problems, such as flooding in low-lying areas and areas of poor drainage, as well as minor flooding of streets and roadways, is possible.
Dry Season Subsides, Wet Season Arrives in Hawai‘i
The climate model consensus favors above-average rainfall through the wet season, with large-scale, wetter than average conditions particularly from December 2020 through April 2021.
Wind Advisory Issued for Big Island
A wind advisory means that sustained Northeast winds of 25 to 35 mph or gusts up to 45 mph are expected.
Wind Advisory Issued for Big Island
Residents are advised to take the time to secure or bring indoors any items currently outside that may be affected by high wind.
High Surf Advisory for Big Island
The National Weather Service has issued a high surf advisory for south-facing shorelines on the Big Island.
High Surf Advisory in Effect For Big Island
All beaches remain closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic and should only be used as access to the ocean.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Big Island
Shore break and dangerous currents could cause injury or death.
Flood Advisory Issued for Several Big Island Districts
A flood advisory means localized flooding may occur.
Flash Flood Advisory in Effect for Big Island
All residents in flood-prone areas are asked to remain alert for flooding conditions.
