Weather Forecast for Lanai

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues. * WHERE...The island of Maui in Maui County. * WHEN...Until 515 PM HST. * IMPACTS...Minor flooding on roads, poor drainage areas, and in streams. Some low-water crossings may become impassable. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 204 PM HST, radar indicated heavy rain moving over Maui from the south. Rain was falling at a rate of up to 1 inch per hour. - This advisory includes the entire island of Maui.

Stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low lying areas prone to flooding. A Flood Watch is also in effect for the state of Hawaii through Saturday afternoon.

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph. * WHERE...Island wide strong gusty winds are possible, but areas most at risk are communities north and east of steep mountains. * WHEN...From this evening through late Saturday night. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds could blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are possible. Travel could be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Take precautions now to protect property. Tie down loose objects or move them to a sheltered location.

* WHAT...Southwest winds 45 to 65 mph will strengthen to 65 to 85 mph by Saturday. Wind gusts will exceed 100 mph by Saturday. * WHERE...Haleakala Summit and Big Island Summits of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa. * WHEN...From this evening through Sunday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Winds this strong can make driving and walking dangerous. The winds can forcefully open doors and damage hinges or slam doors shut, possibly causing injuries.

A High Wind Watch for the summits means that strong and potentially damaging winds in excess of 56 mph with frequent gusts over 66 mph are expected but not yet occurring. Take precautions now to protect property. Tie down loose objects or move them to a sheltered location.

...FLOOD WATCH IN EFFECT FOR THE STATE OF HAWAII THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. * WHERE...Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe. * WHEN...Through Saturday afternoon. * IMPACTS...Significant flooding may occur due to the 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... - Considerable flash flooding is possible as a large and powerful kona storm northwest of the state draws deep tropical moisture across the islands. Persistent bands of heavy rain and thunderstorms may produce intense rainfall rates, leading to rapid rises in streams and flooding of roads and low lying areas.

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

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 70 mph expected Kauai County, Oahu, Maui County. * WHERE...Island wide strong gusty winds are possible, but areas most at risk are communities north and east of steep mountains. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM HST Sunday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines and damage roofs. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

Strong winds may lead to property damage. Hazardous driving conditions due to powerful cross winds will pose a serious risk for drivers, especially for light weight and high profile vehicles. Loose outdoor items should be brought inside or secured properly.