Special Marine Warning Issued for Maui County Windward Waters Through Late Sunday Night

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Special Marine Warning for the Maui County Windward Waters. The alert was triggered by radar observations of a strong thunderstorm capable of producing hazardous marine conditions.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically impacts the Maui County Windward Waters. At 9:12 PM HST, the storm was located approximately 23 nautical miles northeast of FAD Buoy Q, or 38 nautical miles northeast of Huelo, moving east at 15 knots.

What You Should Do

Mariners are advised to move to safe harbor immediately. Small craft should remain in port or seek sheltered waters until the hazardous weather passes to avoid damage from sudden wind and wave increases.

Expected Conditions

• Hazards: Wind gusts of 34 knots or greater.
• Impacts: Small craft could be damaged in briefly higher winds and suddenly higher waves.
• Storm Movement: The strong thunderstorm is moving east at 15 knots and is expected to remain primarily over open waters.

Timeline

The warning is effective as of 9:12 PM HST on February 22, 2026. The alert is currently scheduled to expire at 11:15 PM HST on February 22, 2026.