Multiple sources report that Maui County is preparing for Tropical Storm Moke, expected to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands late this weekend into Monday, bringing potential heavy rain and flooding. The storm arrives less than a week after Tropical Storm Lala caused damage still being addressed by county crews. Emergency management officials are urging residents to stay prepared amid what is forecast to be an above-normal hurricane season.
- Tropical Storm Moke is forecast to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands late Saturday through Monday, but Maui County could still experience significant impacts.
- The National Weather Service projects 2β4 inches of rain on Maui’s windward side Saturday through Monday night, with locally higher amounts possible.
- Flash flood risk increases Sunday and becomes elevated Monday.
- Potential impacts include heavy rainfall, strong winds, high surf, flooding, downed trees, roadway issues, and power outages.
- Because Tropical Storm Lala saturated the ground last weekend, even light to moderate rain could trigger flooding and debris β compounding existing damage.
- Mayor Richard Bissen urged residents to secure property, stock up on food, water, supplies, and medications, and check on neighbors and kΕ«puna.
- Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) is coordinating with county departments, state agencies, the American Red Cross, and nonprofit partners to prepare for potential impacts. (Maui News)
- Officials noted the storm’s track is farther south than Lala’s, but cautioned that impacts can extend well away from a storm’s center and the exact track could still shift. (Maui County)
Sources
- Maui County: County of Maui continues to prepare, encourages readiness as TS Moke moves toward Hawaii
- Maui News: County officials prepare as Moke moves toward Hawaii
- Maui County: County of Maui officials encourage residents to prepare for another tropical system
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