Los Angeles (USA).- Hurricane Nolo intensified to a category two on Friday as it moves toward Hawaii, where authorities are maintaining an alert due to the possibility that the system could cause potentially catastrophic rainfall, reported the National Hurricane Center (NHC).
Hurricane Nolo recorded maximum sustained winds of 169 kilometers per hour this Friday and continues to move in the direction of the Hawaiian Islands, according to data provided by meteorologists.
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Specialists predict that the hurricane could strengthen over the next few hours and reach major hurricane status, corresponding to category three systems or higher, before approaching the territory.
The NHC’s main concern is focused on the Big Island, where Hurricane Nolo is expected to approach during Saturday. Given this possibility, authorities have issued a hurricane watch for that area.
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Forecasts indicate that the hurricane could generate rainfall accumulations of up to 90 centimeters in certain areas of the Big Island, an amount that could significantly increase the risk of flooding and landslides.
Meteorologists warned that the rainfall associated with the hurricane could cause catastrophic flooding capable of endangering people’s lives, especially in areas with steep terrain vulnerable to landslides.
In addition to the Big Island, authorities are maintaining a flood watch for Maui County. The measure will be in effect from Wednesday noon until Saturday night, according to the NHC office in Honolulu.
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The evolution of Hurricane Nolo is being closely monitored by authorities due to the possibility that the rains could affect roads, communities, and other infrastructure. Emergency agencies are maintaining special attention on areas where terrain conditions could favor flash floods and landslides.
Hawaii arrives at this weather event after having been affected this season by other tropical systems. At the beginning of September, Hurricane Lowell impacted the islands of Kauai and Niihau with destructive winds and heavy rainfall.
Lowell’s passage caused power service interruptions and road damage, leaving thousands of people affected by the weather conditions.
During the last month, Hurricane Lala also passed near Hawaii and caused damage in different areas. The system destroyed around 100 homes, generated landslides, and caused widespread power outages.
Hawaiian authorities are maintaining their surveillance mechanisms in response to the advance of Hurricane Nolo and recommend that the public remain attentive to official updates regarding the trajectory and evolution of the system.
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The National Hurricane Center will continue to monitor and update its forecasts as it approaches the islands.
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The main concern for the coming days is focused on heavy rains and their potential effects on communities located in vulnerable areas. Authorities are also keeping maritime conditions and the potential impacts associated with the system under observation.
The system’s advance also keeps emergency teams on alert, as they remain attentive to potential disruptions in communication routes and impacts on communities located in low-lying areas or near mountainous regions. The amount of expected rainfall represents one of the main risks associated with the phenomenon.
Specialists have pointed out that terrain conditions in some areas of Hawaii could favor landslides when heavy rainfall occurs for several hours caused by hurricanes. Therefore, authorities have asked the population to stay informed and follow the instructions issued by official agencies.
The forecast could experience changes as the system approaches the islands, so the National Hurricane Center will continue to evaluate its intensity, trajectory, and potential effects on Hawaii.
The authorities are also maintaining surveillance on road conditions and other infrastructure that could be affected by the rains. Emergency services are preparing to respond to potential flooding and landslides.
The population in the areas under surveillance remains attentive to weather updates, while the relevant agencies evaluate the evolution of the phenomenon and the potential effects it may generate during the weekend.
