Special Marine Warning Issued for Maui County Leeward Waters and Alenuihaha Channel
The National Weather Service has issued a Special Marine Warning for Maui County waters until 12:15 AM HST due to potential waterspouts and wind gusts up to 50 knots.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Special Marine Warning for the Alenuihaha Channel, Maalaea Bay, and Maui County Leeward Waters. This alert was issued at 10:21 PM HST on March 13 and is effective immediately.
Affected Areas
The warning covers several key maritime regions including:
- Alenuihaha Channel
- Maalaea Bay
- Maui County Leeward Waters
Specific locations impacted include FAD Buoy HS, Molokini, and FAD Buoy JJ.
What You Should Do
Mariners are urged to seek safe harbor immediately. Waterspouts can easily overturn boats and create locally hazardous seas. Small craft could be damaged in briefly higher winds and suddenly higher waves. Boaters should avoid the area until the warning has expired.
Expected Conditions
At 10:21 PM HST, radar indicated a shower capable of producing waterspouts located near FAD Buoy JJ, or approximately 13 nautical miles southeast of Honokanaia. This system is moving northeast at 30 knots.
- Hazards: Waterspouts and wind gusts to nearly 50 knots.
- Impact: Potential for overturned vessels and hazardous sea conditions.
Timeline
The Special Marine Warning is in effect until 12:15 AM HST on March 14, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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