Tropical storms Gilma, Hector weakening quickly
“The remnants of Gilma may bring heavy rainfall to portions of the Hawaiian islands as early as Friday, lasting through Saturday,” forecasters said. Read more
Weather
Get the latest breaking weather news and forecasts for Honolulu and the islands of Oahu, Big Island, Maui, Kauai, Lanai and Molokai.
Tropical cyclones coming toward Hawaii at peak of season
As Tropical Storm Hone moves away from the Hawaiian Islands, two more tropical cyclones — Hurricane Gilma and Tropical Storm Hector — are approaching, though their impacts might not be as severe. Read more
Hawaiian Electric continues working to restore power after Hone
Hawaiian Electric said as of 10:30 a.m. today, power has been restored to most customers in North Kohala, Volcano and Punaluu, but that about 1,902 remain without power. Read more
Hurricane Gilma strengthens as it nears Central Pacific
As of 5 p.m., Gilma was about 1,100 miles east of Hilo, with maximum sustained winds of 110 mph, moving west at 12 mph. Read more
Hurricane Hone pounds Big Island as it moves away
Hurricane Hone moved past Hawaii island Sunday, but strong, gusty easterly wind and periods of heavy showers are expected to continue this morning. Read more
2 Big Island schools closed today due to hazardous road conditions
Ka‘u High & Paaala Elementary School and Na‘alehu Elementary School are closed to students and staff. Read more
Hawaiian Electric restores power to most customers affected by Hone
Hawaiian Electric Co. officials said crews have now restored a majority of customers who lost electricity due to Hurricane Hone. Read more
Tropical Storm Hone weakens as it moves away from Hawaii
The Big Island bore the brunt of tropical cyclone Hone . Read more
Tropical Storm Hone lashes Big Island
Tropical Storm Hone, with sustained winds of 65 mph, was expected to lash the Big Island with high winds, dangerous surf and flooding rains Saturday into this morning. Read more
Don't miss out on what's happening!
Stay in touch with top news, as it happens, conveniently in your email inbox. It's FREE!
By clicking to sign up, you agree to Star-Advertiser's and Google's Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. This form is protected by reCAPTCHA.
More than 5,000 customers without power on Hawaii island
HECO officials said that a Public Safety Power Shutoff will no longer be needed as a safety measure now that the National Weather Service has canceled the red flag warning for all islands. Read more
Hone strengthens into hurricane, flash flood warning issued for Hawaii island
Heavy rainfall will continue through the night as Hurricane Hone passes south of the Big Island. Read more
Wind gusts, downpours expected to pummel Big Island as Tropical Storm Hone approaches
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center has issued a tropical storm warning for Hawaii island, meaning tropical storm conditions are expected in the area within 36 hours. Read more
Hawaii island under tropical storm warning as Hone approaches
A red flag warning is also in effect Saturday for leeward sections of all Hawaiian islands as winds from Hone and dry weather conditions combine to increase the threat of wildfires. Read more
Tropical Storm Hone days away from Hawaii
Hawaii is bracing for strong winds in the coming days after Tropical Storm Hone formed Thursday in the Pacific, a year after a devastating fire, fanned by windy conditions, tore through the historic town of Lahaina and left more than 100 people dead. Read more
Tropical storm watch issued for Hawaii island as Hone continues moving westward
Hone is expected to produce rainfall of 4 to 8 inches, mainly over Hawaii island’s windward and southeast- facing slopes, with locally higher amounts, and 2 to 4 inches over smaller isles. Read more
Tropical rainstorm approaches Hawaii as wildfire risk looms
Hawaii residents are urged to prepare for gusty wind that potentially could spark wildfires as a tropical rainstorm is expected to approach the islands this weekend. Read more
Hurricane Gilma continues to strengthen in Eastern Pacific
At 5 p.m. Hurricane Gilma was located about 2,060 miles east of Hilo, and moving west-northwest near 7 mph, with that motion expected to continue over the next few days. Read more
Tropical Storm Gilma strengthens in East Pacific
Although it is slightly weaker than it was on Monday, forecasters at the National Hurricane Center in Miami still expect Gilma to reach hurricane strength Wednesday night. Read more
Tropical Storm Gilma strengthens in Eastern Pacific
As of 11 a.m., Tropical Storm Gilma was about 705 miles southwest of the southern tip of Baja California, with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph, with higher gusts, and traveling west at 13 mph. Read more
Coastal flooding expected today as south swell moves through
Higher-than-predicted water levels, combined with near-peak monthly tides will lead to minor coastal flooding along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas of all isles this afternoon. Read more
Hurricane Ernesto knocks out power in Bermuda but major damage avoided
The Category 1 storm unleashed powerful winds and whipped up 35-foot seas, leading to power loss for 71% of the territory’s 36,000 customers, officials said. Read more
Having trouble finding what you need? Try using our search feature.
Subscriber Favorites
Hawaii women’s basketball wins 3rd straight game
Rand Paul opposes Trump talk of using military in deportations
HFD’s helicopter airlifts hikers from Waianae, Kaneohe trails
Trump adviser vows unity over security during transition
‘Wicked’ and ‘Gladiator II’ brings in $270.2M at global box office
More Weather
Second wind storm to pummel Pacific Northwest
Deadly storm pounds Northwest, leaves half a million without power
