HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-09-04 Hurricane Norman update as of 1500 (3 PM)
Wil Okabe
Managing Director
Harry Kim
Mayor
Barbara J. Kossow
Deputy Managing Director
County of Hawai‘i
Office of the Mayor
25 Aupuni Street, Suite 2603 Hilo, Hawai‘i 96720 (808) 961-8211 Fax (808) 961-6553
KONA: 74-5044 Ane Keohokālole Hwy., Bldg C Kailua-Kona, Hawai‘i 96740
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This is a Civil Defense Hurricane Norman update for Tuesday, September 4 at
3:00 in the afternoon.
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center reports that as of 11:00 am, Hurricane Norman
was 690 miles E of Hilo with sustained winds of 80 mph moving west at 14 mph.
The National Weather Service reports that east facing shores of Hawaii Island, from
Cape Kumukahi to Upolu Point, are under a high surf advisory. Surf will continue to
build and could reach a Warning level overnight and through tomorrow. Winds may also
increase in localized areas through Thursday.
Due to the forecasted weather conditions, the following public safety measures and
recommendations are now in effect:
Boat owners should take measures to secure their vessels until the danger
passes.
Oceanfront residents are urged to be on alert for high and dangerous surf
conditions.
Complete preparations before nightfall.
Be prepared as conditions can change rapidly!
More information on hurricane preparedness can be found here:
http://www.hawaiicounty.gov/emergency-preparedness
Civil Defense is monitoring the storm and will keep you informed of any changes that
may affect your safety. Do take this time to assure that family emergency plans are
updated.
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