Well, this hurricane season was predicted to be an above-average one. And two weeks into the season, the first cyclone to threaten Hawaii in 2023 is here. As you read this, Calvin is barrelling toward Hawaii Island, threatening it - especially the Hilo side - with torrential rains and strong winds. … [Read more...] about The First Cyclone to Threaten Hawaii in 2023
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Central Pacific Hurricane Season 2023
Recently, Hawaii has been really lucky. We haven't been hit by a hurricane in YEARS and have only had a couple of close calls the past few years. However, the Central Pacific Hurrican Season 2023 could be different. … [Read more...] about Central Pacific Hurricane Season 2023
Hurricane Hector Update 2
As was the case yesterday, Hurricane Hector is maintaining its current course. However, today we'll begin to see the storm's effects on the islands. As a result, as of the writing of this Hurricane Hector update 2, parts of the state are now under a Tropical Storm Warning. … [Read more...] about Hurricane Hector Update 2
Keeping an Eye on Hurricane Hector
The Central Pacific Hurricane season began on June 1 and runs through November 1. And, now, Hawaii's is watching its first hurricane of the season, Hurricane Hector. … [Read more...] about Keeping an Eye on Hurricane Hector
What to do During a Tropical Cyclone
Tropical Storm Darby was the first topical cyclone of any type to directly impact Oahu in over a decade. It's been just one of many, however, that have impacted the Hawaiian Islands in recent years. The chaos that ensued, though, and questions that arose from friends that didn't grow up here got me thinking. A great blog post to write would be what to do during a tropical … [Read more...] about What to do During a Tropical Cyclone