Headline:
High Wind Watch issued March 12 at 2:50PM HST until March 15 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
High Wind Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 12, 2026 - 5:50pm
Expires:
March 13, 2026 - 7:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph
possible Big Island lower elevations.
* WHERE...Island wide strong gusty winds are possible, but areas
most at risk are communities north and east of steep mountains.
* WHEN...From Friday morning through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.
Instruction:
Take precautions now to protect property. Tie down loose objects or
move them to a sheltered location.
Area Description:
Kona; Kohala; Big Island Interior; Big Island South; Big Island Southeast; Big Island East; Big Island North
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov