Moke has been downgraded to a tropical depression and continues to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands. The National Hurricane Center said it could still bring gusting winds and heavy rains to Hawaiʻi Island and Maui.
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Here's the latest information on Tropical Depression Moke:
- As of 11 p.m. Sunday, the storm is holding steady with sustained winds of 35 mph. Officials say heavy rainfall and gusty winds are still likely on Hawaiʻi Island and Maui through Monday.
- Tropical Depression Moke is moving toward the west at roughly 13 mph. Continued weakening is expected as the storm is forecast to degenerate to a remnant low pressure area by late Monday and dissipate on Tuesday.
- Gusty winds are likely across the state during the next day or two, especially in areas of high terrain.
- A flash flood watch is in effect through Monday for Hawaiʻi Island. Windward and southeast areas of the island could possibly see 3 to 6 additional inches of rain with some isolated areas seeing higher amounts. This may produce life-threatening flooding and mudslides, especially in areas that were affected by Hurricane Lala.
- Eastern Maui can expect to see 3 to 6 inches of rain, with the remainder of the islands seeing around 1 to 2.
- The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation has been preparing facilities and clearing vegetation across all islands ahead of Tropical Storm Moke. Crews are also repairing major roads and clearing priority streams. Current state road closures can be found here.
- Water levels at Wahiawā Reservoir, also known as Lake Wilson, on Oʻahu remain elevated from last weekend's rains. A state contractor is installing a water bladder to raise the embankment of Wahiawā Dam.
In areas where the ground is still saturated from last weekend's storm, emergency managers warn it may not take much rainfall to cause additional flooding. Residents who live in areas prone to flooding are advised to relocate or seek shelter before the storm begins.
These shelters in Hawaiʻi County are open:
- Nāʻālehu Elementary School gym, 95-5545 Mamalahoa Highway, Nāʻālehu.
- Robert N. Herkes Gym, 96-1219 Kamani St., Pāhala.
- Pāhoa Senior Center, 15-3016 Kauhale St., Pāhoa
- Keaʻau Armory, 16-512 Volcano Road, Keaʻau.
- Puʻuʻeo Community Center, 145 Wainaku St., Hilo.
- Sgt. Rodney J.T. Yano Memorial Hall, 82-6156 Mamalahoa Highway, Captain Cook.
Residents are asked to bring their own supplies. Pets are welcome, but must be kept in a carrier. Robert N. Herkes Gym has hot showers available. Bring your own towels and hygiene products.
Use these resources to stay informed on the storm’s progression:
- National Weather Service Honolulu Forecast Office — for the latest advisories, watches and warnings.
- Central Pacific Hurricane Center — offers storm tracking via satellite and radar. The Center posts updates at 5 a.m., 11 a.m., 5 p.m., and 11 p.m. HST.
- Hawaiian Electric and KIUC outage maps — track where the power's out on your island.
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