Multiple news sources report that a Wind Advisory remains in effect for parts of Maui County and the Big Island, with trade winds producing gusts up to 50 mph. Hawaiian Electric is monitoring conditions and may implement power shutoffs in high wildfire risk areas.
- Wind Advisory extended until 6 a.m. Saturday for Central Valley, West Maui, and South Haleakala areas
- Northeast trade winds of 15-30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected, especially downslope of mountains and through passes
- Wind gusts near 50 mph have already been observed across windier areas of Maui County
- Winds can damage roof shingles, knock down tree branches, and blow away unsecured awnings or tents
- Hawaiian Electric monitoring high winds and dry conditions in West Maui and parts of Ōmaʻopio and Pulehu in Kahului
- HECO may shut off power in high wildfire risk areas within 24-48 hours if conditions intensify
- Wind advisory for Molokai, Lanai and Kahoolawe was cancelled after winds eased (Honolulu Star-Advertiser)
- Windy conditions expected to persist through Saturday, easing slightly Sunday but remaining breezy into next week
Sources
- Aol: Wind Advisory in effect for easterly islands
- Honolulu Star-Advertiser: Wind advisories extended for Maui, Big Island
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