Tropical Storm Nolo forms in Pacific, Hawaii under hurricane watch
Summary
Tropical Storm Nolo formed in the Pacific Ocean and has led to a hurricane watch for Hawaii’s Big Island. The storm is expected to get stronger and may bring heavy rain, flooding, and mudslides to parts of Hawaii this weekend.Key Facts
- Tropical Storm Nolo had winds of 40 mph as of Wednesday evening.
- The storm is expected to become a hurricane on Thursday and possibly a major hurricane by the weekend.
- A major hurricane means winds of at least 111 mph (Category 3 or higher).
- Nolo is forecasted to approach Hawaii’s Big Island on Friday or Saturday.
- The Big Island could receive 15 to 20 inches of rain, with some places getting up to 35 inches.
- Heavy rain may cause dangerous flooding and mudslides, especially in steep areas.
- Maui is expected to get 5 to 10 inches of rain, with some areas possibly getting up to 20 inches.
- Other Hawaiian islands may see 1 to 3 inches of rain with isolated flooding.
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