HomeMy WebLinkAbout2018-09-11 Tropical Storm Olivia Update for 1545 PM -- press release
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
(808) 323-4444 Fax (808) 323-4440
Tropical Storm Olivia Update for September 11 at 3:45 PM
This is a Civil Defense Tropical Storm Olivia update for Tuesday, September 11 at 3:45
in the afternoon.
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center reports that as of 2:00 pm, Tropical Storm Olivia is
located 135 miles NE of Hilo, with sustained winds of 55 mph, moving WSW at 21
mph. The National Weather Service forecasts increasing wind speeds throughout the
afternoon and overnight, particularly for the northern half of Hawaii Island.
Due to the Tropical Storm Warning for HI Island, the following advisories are in effect:
A Tropical Storm Warning is issued when there is a high probability of tropical
storm force winds expected anytime within the next 36 hours.
High Surf Warning for east facing shores of Hawaii Island, from Cape Kumukahi
to Upolu Point.
Flash Flood Watch for Hawaii Island. Do not cross fast flowing water in your
vehicle or on foot. Turn around don’t drown!
For your additional information:
The Department of Education reports that all schools on Hawaii Island will be
open tomorrow
Hawaii Police Department reports all roads open at this time
All County and State parks are open at this time
Closures of parks and roadways may occur without notice
Civil Defense is monitoring the storm and will keep you informed of any changes that
may affect your safety.
Thank you and have a safe day. This is your Hawaii County Civil Defense Agency.
County of Hawai‘i is an Equal Opportunity Provider and Employer.