Special Marine Warning Issued for Kauai Northwest and Leeward Waters Until 12:15 PM HST
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Marine Warning for Kauai waters as showers capable of producing waterspouts and 34-knot wind gusts move through the region.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Special Marine Warning for the Kauai Leeward and Northwest waters. This alert is effective immediately following radar detection of hazardous marine conditions.
Affected Areas
- Kauai Northwest Waters
- Kauai Leeward Waters
What You Should Do
Mariners and residents in the affected areas should prepare for gusty winds, steep and fast-building seas, and blinding downpours. It is advised to stay low or go below deck and ensure that all individuals on board are wearing life jackets. Small craft should seek safe harbor as they could be damaged by briefly higher winds and suddenly higher waves.
Expected Conditions
- Hazards: Waterspouts and wind gusts of 34 knots or greater.
- Timing and Movement: At 10:22 AM HST, showers capable of producing waterspouts were located along a line extending from 42 nm northwest of Polihale to 18 nm northwest of the Southern Tip of Niihau. The system is moving northeast at 25 knots.
- Impact: Waterspouts can create locally hazardous seas. Showers are expected to remain primarily over open waters.
Timeline
The warning was issued at 10:22 AM HST on March 11 and is currently scheduled to expire at 12:15 PM HST on March 11.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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