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Small Craft Advisory
Issued: 1:37 PM Apr. 8, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM HST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 6 to 11 feet expected. For the Gale Watch, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet possible. * WHERE...Kauai Northwest Waters, Kauai Windward Waters, Kauai Leeward Waters, Kauai Channel and Oahu Leeward Waters. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM HST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday morning through late Thursday night. * 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. &&
Gale Watch
Issued: 1:37 PM Apr. 8, 2026 – National Weather Service
...SMALL CRAFT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM HST THURSDAY... ...GALE WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT... * WHAT...For the Small Craft Advisory, southeast winds 20 to 30 kt and seas 6 to 11 feet expected. For the Gale Watch, southeast winds 25 to 35 kt and seas 11 to 16 feet possible. * WHERE...Kauai Northwest Waters, Kauai Windward Waters, Kauai Leeward Waters, Kauai Channel and Oahu Leeward Waters. * WHEN...For the Small Craft Advisory, from 6 PM this evening to 6 AM HST Thursday. For the Gale Watch, from Thursday morning through late Thursday night. * 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: 1:18 PM Apr. 8, 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... - Low pressure developing west of the islands will draw abundant moisture northward as it strengthens during the next couple of days. This will bring potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms leading to flash flooding over all Hawaiian islands. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. &&
High Surf Advisory
Issued: 5:40 AM Apr. 8, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST THURSDAY... * WHAT...Large breaking waves of 7 to 10 feet with occasional higher sets to 12 feet. * WHERE...South facing shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui, Lanai, Kahoolawe, and the Big Island. * WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents will make swimming dangerous. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don't go out. &&
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