Tropical Storm Moke Approaches Hawaii
Tropical Storm Moke is moving toward Hawaii. Its winds are getting stronger, the National Hurricane Center said.
The storm formed in the Pacific Ocean. On Saturday August 22 it was about 470 miles southeast of Hilo, Hawaii.
It was moving west-northwest at 12 miles per hour. Its winds reached 50 miles per hour.
No coastal watches or warnings were in effect. The Big Island is expected to be hit hardest.
It could see heavy rain and strong winds. This is expected late Saturday into early Sunday.
The storm should pass south of the island. This means it will not make a direct hit.
Hawaii is still recovering from Hurricane Lala. That storm recently caused flooding and heavy rain. It also brought damaging winds to the Big Island.
Klear Note — Tropical storms can cause flooding and wind damage without reaching land directly.
Key Terms 3
- National Hurricane Center US agency that tracks and warns about tropical storms.
- Big Island The largest island in the state of Hawaii.
- Hilo A city on the Big Island of Hawaii.