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Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 1:36 PM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt
and seas 5 to 8 feet. For the Gale Watch, southeast winds 20 to
35 kt and seas 7 to 10 feet possible.

* WHERE...Big Island Windward Waters, Big Island Leeward Waters
and Big Island Southeast Waters.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM HST this
evening. For the Gale Watch, from this evening through Friday
afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.

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Gale Watch
Issued: 1:36 PM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST THIS
EVENING...
...GALE WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM THIS EVENING THROUGH FRIDAY
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 15 to 25 kt
and seas 5 to 8 feet. For the Gale Watch, southeast winds 20 to
35 kt and seas 7 to 10 feet possible.

* WHERE...Big Island Windward Waters, Big Island Leeward Waters
and Big Island Southeast Waters.

* WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, until 6 PM HST this
evening. For the Gale Watch, from this evening through Friday
afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds can cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Watch is issued when the risk of gale force winds of 34 to
47 knots has significantly increased but the specific timing
and/or location is still uncertain. It is intended to provide
additional lead time for mariners who may wish to consider
altering their plans.

&&

Flood Watch
Issued: 1:01 PM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...All Hawaiian Islands.

* WHEN...Through Friday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Significant flooding may occur due to excessive rainfall
and overflow of streams and drainages. Roads in several areas may
be closed, along with property damage in urban or low lying spots
due to runoff. Landslides may also occur in areas with steep
terrain.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Strengthening low pressure west of the islands will draw deep
tropical moisture northward across the state, bringing the
potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms capable of
producing flash flooding.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

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Special Weather Statement
Issued: 1:02 AM Apr. 9, 2026 – National Weather Service
|...KILAUEA EPISODE 44 PRECURSORY ACTIVITY RESUMED EARLY THIS
MORNING...

WHAT...An episodic fountaining eruption is expected within
the Kilauea summit caldera. The Hawaiian Volcano Observatory has
indicated a potential eruption window extends through Wednesday,
April 15th. Fountaining episodes typically last less than 12
hours but ash can remain in the air longer depending on wind and
weather.

IMPACTS...If an eruption occurs, varying levels of ash, Pele's
hair, and other lightweight tephra may fall downwind of the
eruption. Smaller particles can travel farther from the eruption
site and may affect communities at greater distances. For the next
several days, "downwind" will be to the north and northeast of the
summit.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
If you live downwind of the Kilauea summit, or plan to visit the
summit area, stay informed about current volcanic activity and
weather conditions. Be prepared to take precautions if needed,
such as disconnecting water catchment systems. Follow all guidance
from the National Park Service and the County of Hawaii. Be aware
that road or park closures may occur.

This statement will be issued daily and updated as needed.

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For more information on the status of Kilauea Volcano, please see;
https://volcanoes.usgs.gov/volcanoes/kilauea/volcano-updates;

For health and safety recommendations, please visit the Hawaii;
Interagency Vog Information Dashboard at https://vog.ivhhn.org;

Submit your reports and photos of ashfall from eruptions to the USGS;
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory at https://hawaiiash.science/report_form

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