Tropical Storm Nolo has developed in the Pacific Ocean, prompting a hurricane watch for Hawaii’s Big Island, according to the National Hurricane Center. Expected to strengthen into a hurricane by Thursday and potentially a major hurricane by the weekend, Nolo could bring significant impacts to the region. As of Wednesday evening, the storm had winds of 45 mph and was moving west-northwest, with a predicted sharp turn northward on Thursday. Nolo is anticipated to approach the Big Island by Friday or Saturday, bringing 15 to 20 inches of rain, with some areas possibly receiving up to 35 inches. This heavy rainfall poses a risk of catastrophic flooding and mudslides, particularly in steep areas. Maui could also experience severe weather, with 5 to 10 inches of rain expected and up to 20 inches in some locations. The rest of Hawaii might see 1 to 3 inches of rain with isolated flooding. This storm follows an unusually active Pacific hurricane season, with previous storms like Hurricane Lowell and Hurricane Lala causing significant damage in Hawaii.
QUESTION: How might the increasing frequency of severe storms impact the way communities in Hawaii prepare for future weather events?
Hawaii under another hurricane watch as new storm closes in
