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  1. Hawaiian Electric and other entities are positioning crews across islands like Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, and Maui County in preparation for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Nolo.

Tropical Storm Nolo Impacts Maui; Closures Announced Amid Preparations

1 report, 1 independent Updated Sep 24
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The National Weather Service anticipates that Tropical Storm Nolo could develop into a hurricane on Thursday evening, passing closest to the island of Hawaiʻi. The storm is forecast to bring up to 30 inches of rain, heightening the risk of flash flooding in the area. Governor Josh Green announced closures for public schools, state and county offices, and university campuses across Hawaiʻi Island and Maui.

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Why it matters

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The storm arrives while state resources are already strained from previous hurricane impacts. Hawaiian Electric Company is deploying crews to the affected islands, including Maui, in preparation for potential power and water outages.

Hawaiian Electric and other entities are positioning crews across islands like Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, and Maui County in preparation for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Nolo.

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Who's involved

  • National Weather ServiceIssuing forecasts regarding the storm's development and potential impacts.
  • MauiIsland experiencing the direct impacts of the storm and associated warnings.
  • Maui CountyGoverning body implementing closures and managing emergency responses.
  • HawaiiState containing the affected islands and subject to weather warnings.

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  1. Hurricane Nolo is forecast to bring heavy rain and potential life-threatening flooding to Maui County.Sub-event
  2. NWS anticipates Tropical Storm Nolo near Maui, and HE staff are involved in preparations.1 source

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