Weather Alerts-

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Honolulu - HI, US, National Weather Service

Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe

WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. WHERE...Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe. WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. IMPACTS...Significant flooding may occur due to the overflow of streams and drainages. Roads in several areas may be closed, along with property damage in urban or low lying spots due to runoff. Landslides may also occur in areas with steep terrain. ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Considerable flash flooding is possible as a large and powerful kona storm northwest of the state draws deep tropical moisture across the islands. Persistent bands of heavy rain and thunderstorms may produce intense rainfall rates, leading to rapid rises in streams and flooding of roads and low lying areas. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FOR THE STATE OF HAWAII THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON...

Make preparations per the instructions

Honolulu - HI, US, National Weather Service

Kaiwi Channel, Maui County Windward Waters, Maui County Leeward Waters and Alenuihaha Channel

...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY MORNING THROUGH SATURDAY EVENING... WHAT...South winds 25 to 35 kt with higher gusts and seas 9 to 14 feet possible. WHERE...Kaiwi Channel, Maui County Windward Waters, Maui County Leeward Waters and Alenuihaha Channel. WHEN...From Saturday morning through Saturday evening. IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to 47 knots has significantly increased but the specific timing and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider altering their plans.