Headline:
Tropical Storm Watch issued August 13 at 5:01PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Tropical Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
August 13, 2026 - 8:01pm
Expires:
August 14, 2026 - 9:15am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, east winds 15 to 25 kt
with gusts up to 30 kt and seas 8 to 13 feet expected. For the
Tropical Storm Watch, east winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to
55 kt and seas 10 to 15 feet.
* WHERE...Kaiwi Channel and Maui County Windward Waters.
* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 AM HST Saturday.
For the Tropical Storm Watch, 6 AM Saturday through 6 AM Sunday.
* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which
could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Instruction:
Mariners should consider altering plans to avoid possible
hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter
course, and/or secure the vessel for severe wind and seas.
Area Description:
Kaiwi Channel; Maui County Windward Waters
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov