Wind Advisory Issued for Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, and Big Island
The National Weather Service has issued a Wind Advisory effective from noon Saturday to 6 p.m. HST Sunday, August 23, 2026.
3 reports on this incident · first at Aug 22, 2026, 9:09 a.m. ET
Earlier reports
Aug 22, 2026, 9:11 a.m. ET
Wind Advisory for Lanai Mauka, Kahoolawe, Maui Leeward West Through Sunday 6 PM HST
The National Weather Service Honolulu HI has issued a Wind Advisory for portions of Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, and the Big Island, in effect from noon today (August 22) to 6 PM HST Sunday (August 23). The advisory covers 18 zones, including Lanai Mauka, Kahoolawe, Maui Leeward West, Kohala, Big Island Interior, and others.
Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings, and make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of high-profile vehicles, according to the advisory. The strongest sustained winds will occur over mountain ridges, gaps, and where winds blow downslope from higher terrain.
The Weather Service advises securing trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose outdoor objects, and making sure tents and awnings are secure or taking them down. Residents should watch for falling tree branches when walking or driving and be prepared for power outages.
The advisory expires at 6 PM HST Sunday, August 23.
Aug 22, 2026, 9:09 a.m. ETFirst report
Wind Advisory in Effect for Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, and Big Island
The National Weather Service Honolulu HI issued a Wind Advisory at 3:02 a.m. HST on Saturday, August 22, 2026, in effect from noon Saturday to 6 p.m. HST Sunday, August 23. The advisory covers 18 zones across portions of Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, and the Big Island, including areas such as Lanai Mauka, Kahoolawe, Maui Leeward West, Kohala, Big Island Interior, and others.
East northeast winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph are expected. The strongest sustained winds will occur over mountain ridges, gaps, and where winds blow downslope from higher terrain.
According to the advisory, winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings, and make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles. Precautions include watching for falling tree branches, securing or taking down tents and awnings, being prepared for power outages, and securing trash cans, lawn furniture, and other loose outdoor objects.
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