Tropical Storm Hernan forms in the Pacific while a different weather system could soak Hawaii
Summary
Tropical Storm Hernan formed in the Pacific Ocean but is not expected to hit land. A different weather system near Hawaii may bring heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding starting Friday. Tropical Storm Cristobal in the Atlantic has weakened and is no longer a threat.Key Facts
- Tropical Storm Hernan formed about 1,460 miles west of Baja California, with winds of 40 mph, moving west.
- Hernan is not expected to threaten any land areas.
- A different system called Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C is about 775 miles east-southeast of Hawaii.
- This system may bring 5 to 10 inches of rain, with up to 20 inches possible, causing flooding and mudslides in Hawaii.
- Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C could reach tropical storm strength and hit southern Big Island on Saturday.
- Tropical Storm Cristobal in the Atlantic has weakened to a tropical depression.
- Cristobal is about 610 miles west of the Azores and is not expected to affect land.
- The National Hurricane Center in Miami monitors these storms.
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