Tropical Storm Warning Issued for Kauai and Oahu Waters
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NWS Honolulu has issued a Tropical Storm Warning for multiple marine zones around Kauai and Oahu effective through 6 PM Sunday.
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- Record type
- Tropical Storm Warning
- Affected area
- Kauai and Oahu Waters, Hawaii
- Issued
- August 16, 2026
- Issuing authority
- NWS Honolulu HI
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Alert Details
Tropical Storm Warning issued by NWS Honolulu HI at 6:07 PM HST on August 15. The alert is effective immediately.
Affected Areas
Kauai Northwest Waters, Kauai Windward Waters, Kauai Leeward Waters, Kauai Channel, Oahu Windward Waters, and Oahu Leeward Waters.
What You Should Do
Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions. Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the vessel for severe conditions.
Expected Conditions
Tropical Storm Conditions with very strong winds causing hazardous seas that could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.
Timeline
The Tropical Storm Warning is in effect from 6 PM HST August 15 to 6 PM HST Sunday. A Small Craft Advisory has expired.
Original source: NOAA Official Notice ↗
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