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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 3: Tropical Storm Calvin 580 miles east-southeast of Hilo, forecast to pass over Big Island Tuesday night into Wednesday
Tropical Storm Calvin is now 655 miles east of Hilo and moving toward the Big Island at 22 mph with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph, according to the Central Pacific Hurricane Center.
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.
Low Pressure Area to Form SE of Big Island
An area of low pressure is expected to form Friday through Saturday around 900 miles SE of the Big Island of Hawai‘i.
Alvin Degrades to Tropical Depression
Maximum sustained winds have decreased to near 30 mph with higher gusts.
UPDATE: Alvin Becomes First Hurricane of Season
Alvin is not expected to maintain this intensity for very long.
UPDATE 2: Alvin Continues to Slowly Strengthen
A gradual turn to the WNW is expected on Thursday and this motion is expected to continue through Saturday.
All Honoka‘a Schools Closed Due to Power Outage
Due to power outage, the Department of Education reports that Honoka‘a High School, Honoka‘a Middle School, and Honoka‘a Elementary School will be closed today.
Salvation Army Prepares for High Winds & Waves
The Salvation Army Hawaiian and Pacific Islands Division reports that they are prepared to respond with community assistance as needed.
Hawai‘i DLNR Issues Warning to Boaters, Beachgoers & Campers
Everyone should stay very aware of a major storm headed toward Hawai‘i that could bring destructive coastal flooding, erosion and high winds.
NWS: Unusually Strong Storm System Heads to Hawai‘i
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued another warning about an unusually strong storm system heading toward the Hawaiian Islands over the weekend.
STUDY: Shifting Hurricane Tracks Increase Hawai‘i’s Flood Risks
The northward shift of hurricanes toward the Hawaiian Islands will increase the chance of landfall and pose severe flood risks to population and infrastructure.
Storm Wipes Out Pana‘ewa Neighborhood
A storm has wiped out parts of the Pana‘ewa neighborhood in Hilo, Hawai‘i.
Hilo Home Loses Roof in Thunderstorm
Volunteers with the American Red Cross are responding to a roof blown off a residence in Hilo.
NOAA: 2017 Hurricane Season ‘Below Average’
The 2017 hurricane season featured two tropical cyclones in the Central Pacific Hurricane Center area of responsibility—less than half the seasonal average of four to five.
Mass Transit Master Plan Community Meeting Postponed
The Transit Master Plan Community meeting that was scheduled for tonight, Oct. 24, in Hilo has been postponed due to inclement weather
Fernanda Subsides: Greg, Irwin and Hilary Queue Up
The remnants of Fernanda will move east to west across Oʻahu and Kauaʻi today, as more storms line up in the Eastern Pacific.
Tropical Storm Fernanda, Greg, 9-E, King Tides Update
The National Weather Service issued an update on Tropical Storm Fernanda, high surf and King Tides on Friday, July 21, at 3 p.m.
Hurricane Fernanda, TS Greg, TD 8-E, King Tide Update
Hurricane Fernanda is located over 1,300 miles east of Hilo moving northwest at approximately 9 mph. A large swell will continue to expand ahead of Fernanda…
