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Special Weather Statement
National Weather Service Honolulu HI
721 AM HST Thu Feb 9 2017

HIZ001>022-100400-
Niihau-Kauai Windward-Kauai Leeward-Kauai Mountains-
Oahu South Shore-Waianae Coast-Oahu North Shore-Oahu Koolau-
Olomana-Central Oahu-Waianae Mountains-Molokai Windward-
Molokai Leeward-Lanai Makai-Lanai Mauka-Kahoolawe-
Maui Windward West-Maui Leeward West-Maui Central Valley-
Windward Haleakala-Leeward Haleakala-Haleakala Summit-
721 AM HST Thu Feb 9 2017

...VIGOROUS FRONT TO BRING GUSTY KONA WINDS AND HEAVY SHOWERS
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY...

Southwest winds will increase over Kauai and Oahu on Friday, and
over Maui county by Saturday, as a vigorous cold front approaches
the islands. These "Kona" winds will become especially gusty over
windward areas, potentially resulting in power outages and flying
tree branches, as winds accelerate down the the mountains. For
example, areas like Princeville on Kauai, and Kailua on Oahu can
expect sudden, strong wind gusts.

A band of heavy showers with brief thunderstorms is expected to
accompany the front as it moves through, while also bringing
especially gusty winds. The rain may be briefly heavy enough over
to cause localized ponding and minor flooding. Our forecast has
the shower band reaching Kauai Friday afternoon, Oahu Friday night
or Saturday morning, and Maui County on Saturday, before stalling
near Maui County or the Big Island Saturday night and Sunday.

The National Weather Service will continue to monitor this
situation. Stay tuned to NOAA Weather Radio or your favorite
local media source for updated information. Pay attention to any
watches, warnings, or advisories that may be needed.

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Birchard/Morrison