Hurricane Kiko Bears Down on Hawaii: Residents Urged to Prepare
Hurricane Kiko, a powerful storm tracked by the National Hurricane Center, is poised to strike Hawaii as early as Monday, bringing tropical storm-force winds, heavy rainfall, and high surf. Residents and visitors are urged to prepare and stay informed using the latest hurricane tracker and NOAA hurricane updates.
Mayor Kimo Alameda has advised residents to check emergency plans, pack 'go bags', set meeting places, ensure vehicles have fuel, secure outdoor objects, and remove debris. He stressed the importance of monitoring local media for updates. Hurricane Kiko, with winds up to 120 mph, is expected to pass to the north of the Big Island late Monday night or early Tuesday morning, bringing widespread rainfall of 1-2 inches across the Hawaiian Islands.
The storm is expected to bring rainfall of 2-4 inches along the eastern and northern sides of the Big Island and across Maui. As Kiko passes, downslope winds may increase the risk of wildfires. Higher rainfall totals, 4-8 inches or more, are possible in East Hawaii and North Hawaii, posing a risk of flash flooding, road washouts, and mudslides.
Acting Gov. Sylvia Luke has declared a state of emergency statewide due to Hurricane Kiko. Residents and visitors are advised to take all necessary precautions and follow the guidance of local authorities. To convert cm to inches or mm to inches, use the conversion factor 1 inch = 2.54 cm or 1 inch = 25.4 mm.
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