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Hurricane Nolo Threatens Hawaii

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Millions of Hawaii residents are on alert for hazardous weather this weekend as Hurricane Nolo continues to swirl off the coast, bringing heavy rain and high winds to the Aloha State.

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As of Friday morning, Nolo was just over 200 miles south of the Big Island and expected to head north-east, bringing tropical storm conditions by the evening before strengthening to a major hurricane on Saturday.

4 of 8 outletsfirst reported 25 Sepwording from The Guardian

Nolo's center is about 200 miles south of South Point, Hawaii, and is moving west at 9 mph.

4 of 8 outletsfirst reported 26 Sepwording from ABC News

Hurricane Polo remains a major hurricane Sunday morning, with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph making it a Category 3 hurricane.

3 of 8 outletsfirst reported 27 Sepwording from ABC News

Hawaii officials told residents to put together emergency kits and the governor issued an emergency proclamation, activating more than 230 Hawaii National Guard members.

3 of 8 outletsfirst reported 25 Sepwording from CBC

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CBS News25 Sep

Carter Evans reports that authorities on Hawaii’s Big Island are warning residents to seek shelter as Hurricane Nolo approaches, potentially causing dangerous flooding. This warning follows severe damage from Hurricane Lala earlier this month.

Hurricane Nolo bears down on Hawaii's Big Island →3 articles from CBS News on this story
The Guardian27 Sep

Hurricane Nolo was moving away from Hawaii on Sunday but continued to pose threats of heavy rain, flash flooding, and strong winds for parts of the island chain still recovering from previous storms like Hurricane Lala. As of Sunday, Nolo was approximately 365 miles south-southwest of Honolulu, with maximum sustained winds at 115 mph. Forecasters warned that outer bands could cause life-threatening conditions…

Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii as Mexico's Baja braces for major Hurricane Polo →3 articles from The Guardian on this story
Toronto Star27 Sep

Hurricane Nolo is moving away from Hawaii but continues to pose threats of heavy rain, flash flooding, and strong winds on Sunday, with sustained wind speeds near 105 mph (165 kph). The storm's outer bands could cause life-threatening conditions, potentially delivering up to 20 inches (50 cm) of rain in some areas. While Nolo is expected to remain south and southwest of the Hawaiian Islands, its impact is still…

Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii as Mexico's Baja braces for major Hurricane Polo →2 articles from Toronto Star on this story
NPR25 Sep

Hurricane Nolo is threatening Hawaii with heavy rainfall and potential flooding, currently moving over the Pacific Ocean toward the Hawaiian archipelago. As of Friday morning, the storm has maximum sustained winds of nearly 85 mph and is expected to strengthen to Category 4 status by Sunday, potentially bringing up to 3 feet of rain in some areas. The Big Island and Maui are under alerts for hurricane and tropical…

Hurricane Nolo, a zig-zagging storm, threatens Hawaii with flooding rain →
CBC25 Sep

Hawaii is preparing for Hurricane Nolo, which could bring catastrophic flooding to parts of the state, particularly Hawaii's Big Island. The hurricane currently has maximum sustained winds of 165 km/h and is expected to strengthen further. It is forecasted to cause rainfall totals between 25-38 centimeters in eastern and southern areas, with a potential peak of up to 64 centimeters by early Saturday. Authorities are…

Hawaii readies for arrival of Hurricane Nolo amid risks of catastrophic flooding →
NBC News26 Sep

Hurricane Nolo is moving north-northeast in the Pacific Ocean and is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane over the weekend. It will pass about 155 miles south of Hawaii’s Big Island, bringing heavy rain, potential flash flooding, and dangerous surf conditions starting Friday night. The storm’s path and intensity raise concerns among residents still recovering from previous hurricanes Lala and Lowell, with…

Hurricane Nolo expected to bring heavy rain as it skirts Hawaii’s Big Island →
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New York Post26 Sep

Hurricane Nolo, now a Category 2 hurricane, has stalled about 145 miles south of South Point in Hawaii but remains a significant threat due to expected heavy rainfall and wind gusts exceeding 50 mph. The Big Island is under a Hurricane Watch with widespread rainfall totals forecasted at 8 to 12 inches, potentially reaching up to 35 inches in some areas, leading to catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding and…

Strengthening Hurricane Nolo expected to bring ‘catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding’ to Hawaiian Islands →
ABC News (US)27 Sep

Hurricane Nolo, a Category 2 hurricane with winds up to 105 mph, is currently swirling off the coast of Hawaii, bringing heavy rain and high winds to the islands. The storm's center was about 200 miles south of South Point on the Big Island and moving west at 9 mph. Additionally, officials are monitoring precursor activity at Kilauea volcano, which could lead to hazardous "volcanic hail," complicating recovery…

Hurricane Nolo lashes Hawaii as new threat of 'volcanic hail' arises →

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Expected · 24 SepHurricane Nolo is expected to bring potentially life-threatening and catastrophic flooding to Hawaii on Friday, affecting communities that are still recovering from devastating storms earlier this summer.
What happened · 25 SepMillions of Hawaii residents are on alert for hazardous weather this weekend as Hurricane Nolo continues to swirl off the coast, bringing heavy rain and high winds to the Aloha State.
  1. 24 Sep

    Tropical Storm Nolo threatens Hawaii as nor'easter sets sights on East Coast

    4 outlets · CBS News
  2. 25 Sep

    Nolo's maximum sustained winds have increased to 165 kilometres an hour, making it a Category 2 hurricane.

    3 outlets · CBC
  3. 26 Sep

    Forecasters warned of possible flooding and mudslides, with parts of the Big Island expected to see rainfall totals up to 20in (51cm).

    3 outlets · The Guardian
  4. 27 Sep

    Hurricane Polo remains a major hurricane Sunday morning, with maximum sustained winds of 120 mph making it a Category 3 hurricane.

    3 outlets · ABC News

Coverage 13 articles

  • 27 Sep Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii as Mexico's Baja braces for major Hurricane PoloHurricane Nolo was moving away from Hawaii on Sunday but continued to pose threats of heavy rain, flash flooding, and strong winds for parts of the island chain still recovering from previous storms like Hurricane Lala. As of Sunday, Nolo was approximately 365 miles south-southwest of Honolulu, with maximum sustained winds at 115 mph. Forecasters warned that outer bands could cause life-threatening conditions…The Guardian
  • 27 Sep Hurricane Nolo still threatens Hawaii as Mexico's Baja braces for major Hurricane PoloHurricane Nolo is moving away from Hawaii but continues to pose threats of heavy rain, flash flooding, and strong winds on Sunday, with sustained wind speeds near 105 mph (165 kph). The storm's outer bands could cause life-threatening conditions, potentially delivering up to 20 inches (50 cm) of rain in some areas. While Nolo is expected to remain south and southwest of the Hawaiian Islands, its impact is still…Toronto Star
  • 27 Sep Hurricane Nolo lashes Hawaii as new threat of 'volcanic hail' arisesHurricane Nolo, a Category 2 hurricane with winds up to 105 mph, is currently swirling off the coast of Hawaii, bringing heavy rain and high winds to the islands. The storm's center was about 200 miles south of South Point on the Big Island and moving west at 9 mph. Additionally, officials are monitoring precursor activity at Kilauea volcano, which could lead to hazardous "volcanic hail," complicating recovery…ABC News (US)
  • 26 Sep Hawaii braces for powerful winds and flash flooding with Hurricane NoloHurricane Nolo threatens Hawaii with heavy rain, powerful winds, flash floods, and extreme surf over the weekend, impacting areas still recovering from previous storms like Hurricane Lala. As of Saturday, Nolo was 145 miles south of Hawaii’s Big Island with sustained winds at 105mph and is expected to strengthen further. Forecasters warn of potential flooding and mudslides, expecting up to 20 inches of rainfall on…The Guardian
  • 26 Sep Hurricane Nolo expected to unleash powerful winds, flash flooding on HawaiiHurricane Nolo is approaching the Hawaiian Islands with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph, expected to bring heavy rain and flash floods, potentially causing mudslides and power outages. Parts of Hawaii’s Big Island could receive up to 20 inches of rainfall. The Federal Emergency Management Agency has been authorized by President Trump for emergency assistance in Hawaii, and local officials are urging residents to…Toronto Star
  • 26 Sep Strengthening Hurricane Nolo expected to bring ‘catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding’ to Hawaiian IslandsHurricane Nolo, now a Category 2 hurricane, has stalled about 145 miles south of South Point in Hawaii but remains a significant threat due to expected heavy rainfall and wind gusts exceeding 50 mph. The Big Island is under a Hurricane Watch with widespread rainfall totals forecasted at 8 to 12 inches, potentially reaching up to 35 inches in some areas, leading to catastrophic and life-threatening flash flooding and…New York Post
  • 26 Sep Hurricane Nolo expected to bring heavy rain as it skirts Hawaii’s Big IslandHurricane Nolo is moving north-northeast in the Pacific Ocean and is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane over the weekend. It will pass about 155 miles south of Hawaii’s Big Island, bringing heavy rain, potential flash flooding, and dangerous surf conditions starting Friday night. The storm’s path and intensity raise concerns among residents still recovering from previous hurricanes Lala and Lowell, with…NBC News
  • 25 Sep Hurricane Nolo bears down on Hawaii's Big IslandCarter Evans reports that authorities on Hawaii’s Big Island are warning residents to seek shelter as Hurricane Nolo approaches, potentially causing dangerous flooding. This warning follows severe damage from Hurricane Lala earlier this month.CBS News
  • 25 Sep Hurricane Nolo could bring catastrophic and life-threatening floods to Hawaii, forecasters warnForecasters are warning that Hurricane Nolo, which is intensifying as it heads towards Hawaii, could cause severe and life-threatening floods on the islands. CBS News correspondent Carter Evans reports from Pahala, while meteorologist Jessica Burch provides an update on the current forecast.CBS News
  • 25 Sep Hawaii readies for arrival of Hurricane Nolo amid risks of catastrophic floodingHawaii is preparing for Hurricane Nolo, which could bring catastrophic flooding to parts of the state, particularly Hawaii's Big Island. The hurricane currently has maximum sustained winds of 165 km/h and is expected to strengthen further. It is forecasted to cause rainfall totals between 25-38 centimeters in eastern and southern areas, with a potential peak of up to 64 centimeters by early Saturday. Authorities are…CBC
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  • 25 Sep Hurricane Nolo predicted to bring ‘life-threatening flooding’ to HawaiiHurricane Nolo is forecasted to cause severe flooding in Hawaii on Friday, with up to 25 inches of rain expected, prompting evacuations and school closures. Activating over 230 National Guard members, the state warns of catastrophic conditions including mudslides and dangerous coastal waves. This follows recent storms that devastated communities earlier this summer, leaving some areas still recovering from Hurricane…The Guardian
  • 25 Sep Hurricane Nolo, a zig-zagging storm, threatens Hawaii with flooding rainHurricane Nolo is threatening Hawaii with heavy rainfall and potential flooding, currently moving over the Pacific Ocean toward the Hawaiian archipelago. As of Friday morning, the storm has maximum sustained winds of nearly 85 mph and is expected to strengthen to Category 4 status by Sunday, potentially bringing up to 3 feet of rain in some areas. The Big Island and Maui are under alerts for hurricane and tropical…NPR
  • 24 Sep Tropical Storm Nolo threatens Hawaii as nor'easter sets sights on East CoastCBS News reports that both Hawaii and the East Coast of the United States are facing severe weather conditions. In Hawaii, Tropical Storm Nolo is causing concern, while the East Coast is anticipating a nor'easter. Meteorologist Jessica Burch provides updates on these developing weather systems.CBS News

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