High Wind Warning for West Maui and Kohala

Source: NOAA · Hawaii

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NWS Honolulu has issued a High Wind Warning for portions of Maui County and the Big Island until 6 PM HST Sunday.

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Record type
High Wind Warning
Affected area
Hawaii
Issued
September 27, 2026
Issuing authority
NWS Honolulu HI

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Alert Details

High Wind Warning issued by NWS Honolulu HI. Effective from September 26 at 5:04 PM HST until September 27 at 6:00 PM HST.

Affected Areas

Portions of Maui, Big Island, Molokai, and Lanai over and downwind of terrain, especially in west Maui and Kohala. Specific zones include Lanai Mauka, Maui Leeward West, Kohala, Molokai Windward, Molokai Southeast, Lanai Windward, Lanai Leeward, Maui Central Valley South, Windward Haleakala, South Haleakala, Big Island South, and Big Island North.

What You Should Do

Strong winds may lead to property damage. Hazardous driving conditions due to powerful cross winds will pose a serious risk for drivers, especially for light weight and high profile vehicles. Loose outdoor items should be brought inside or secured properly. Stay away from downed power lines.

Expected Conditions

East winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts up to 75 mph.

Timeline

Alert in effect until 6 PM HST Sunday, September 27.

Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗

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