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Tropical Depression Threatens Hawaii Amid El Niño-Driven Warm Waters

22 reports, 13 independent Updated Sep 26
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What happened

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A tropical depression, with winds of 35 miles per hour, is approaching the Big Island of Hawaii and is expected to strengthen into a Category 2 storm as it nears the island Saturday, according to the US National Hurricane Center. This activity is occurring while El Niño is driving abnormally warm water temperatures between Mexico and Hawaii, fueling powerful storms.

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Why it matters

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The presence of El Niño is linked to warmer water temperatures in the Pacific, which has resulted in a hyperactive storm season in the Pacific Ocean. This increased cyclonic activity in Hawaii could lead to significant impacts, including life-threatening flooding and mudslides.

El Niño conditions are influencing global weather patterns, specifically affecting the outlook for the upcoming hurricane season in both the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans.

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Who's involved

  • HawaiiThe state of the United States of America facing severe weather threats.
  • El NinoThe climate phenomenon driving adverse weather conditions and warmer temperatures in Hawaii.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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How it developed

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  1. Tropical Storm Nolo is forecast to reach major hurricane strength, supercharging the Pacific Hurricane Season.Sub-event
  2. Tropical depression approaches Big Island of Hawaii, fueled by warm waters.1 source
  3. Upper-level warmth is impacting storm development in Hawaii.1 source
  4. Meteorologist reports on El Nino warming Pacific waters off Southern California, promoting powerful storms affecting Hawaii.Sub-event
  5. Tropical Storm Fausto is tracking north of Hawaii, prompting the NWS to issue high surf and coastal warnings.Sub-event
  6. Tropical Storm Amanda formed in the Pacific Ocean while El Niño was active, drawing energy from warm waters.Sub-event
  7. Forecasts issued for Hawaii regarding tropical cyclone risk due to El Niño conditions.1 source

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