Civil Defense: Tropical Storm Watch for the Island of Hawaii remains in effect. A Tropical Storm Watch means that storm conditions can be expected within the next 48 hours. The tropical storm conditions will include high surf and surge along all coastal areas, heavy rains and possible thunder showers that may present with flood conditions, and sustained storm force winds of up to 73 mph and higher gusts. Residents and visitors are advised to take precautions and to prepare for hazardous conditions. Boat owners are advised to check moorings and to secure all vessels. All preparation activities should be completed before tonight. Hurricane Iselle continues to be monitored and is currently located approximately 720 miles east southeast of Hilo and moving west northwest at 15 miles per hour. Iselle continues to weaken and currently presenting with sustained winds of 85 miles per hour with higher gusts. Hurricane Iselle will continue to be monitored and additional updates will be broadcasted as information is made available. All schools are open today however the following schools will be closing at 2:00 PM today and the after school programs and activities at these schools will be suspended: Laupahoehoe School Kohala HS & Elem. Kealakehe HS Konawaena HS Hilo HS Waiakea HS Keaau HS Pahoa HS & Int Honokaa HS & Int Kau HS Waikoloa Elem The department of Education reports that all Hawaii Island Schools will be closed tomorrow Thursday August 7th.
Posted on: Wed, 06 Aug 2014 18:22:05 +0000
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