High Wind Warning to go into effect for Kaua‘i 6 a.m. Sunday
The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Warning for the island of Kaua‘i going into effect 6 a.m. Sunday, February 8, through 6 p.m. Monday, February 9. The watch may be extended, dropped or modified as conditions develop.
According to the National Weather Service, east winds of 20 to 30 mph with gusts to 50 mph are predicted Sunday morning strengthening to 25 to 35 mph with gusts to 60 mph by late afternoon into the evening.
A High Wind Warning is issued when sustained winds exceeding 40 mph and/or frequent gusts over 60 mph are occurring or imminent.
For summit areas, warnings are issued for winds exceeding 56 mph and/or frequently gusting over 66 mph. Wind warnings may be issued up to 24 hours ahead of the onset of high winds.
If you are in an area where a high wind warning is in effect you should avoid activities that expose you to high winds. Loose objects may be blown around. Tree limbs may break and fall. Power lines may be blown down.
For weather updates call the National Weather Service automated weather line at 808-245-6001, or visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hawaii.
To sign up for the county’s emergency notification service, Wireless Emergency Notification System (WENS), click on the link, https://entry.inspironlogistics.com/kauai_hi/wens.cfm, or call the Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency at 808-241-1800.
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