Headline:
Hurricane Watch issued September 24 at 12:09PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Hurricane Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
September 24, 2026 - 3:09pm
Expires:
September 25, 2026 - 4:15am
Description:
* WHAT...East winds 35 to 45 kt and seas 15 to 20 feet.
* WHERE...Alenuihaha Channel, Big Island Windward Waters, Big
Island Leeward Waters and Big Island Southeast Waters.
* WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Extremely strong winds will cause hazardous seas
which will likely capsize or damage vessels and severely
reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should remain in port, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for extreme conditions before conditions deteriorate
further.
Area Description:
Alenuihaha Channel; Big Island Windward Waters; Big Island Leeward Waters; Big Island Southeast Waters
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov