Tropical Storm Olana approaches Hawaii; heavy-rain warning issued October 25, some areas could see 8 inches
On October 25, Tropical Storm Olana formed over the Pacific and moved east-northeast, putting the Hawaiian Islands on heavy-rain alert. According to the National Hurricane Center, Olana was moving at about 8 mph with gusts of 40 mph, and was expected to bring heavy rain and strong gusts to Hawaii starting Tuesday, October 27. Forecasters expect some areas to receive 5 to 8 inches of rain over two to three days, concentrated on south- and west-facing slopes, with risks of flooding and mudslides. Officials urged residents to watch for standing water in low-lying areas and landslide warnings, and to prepare in advance.
Source: GSM·USA
Source: GSM · USA (original Chinese edition)
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Story Timeline
- 2026-10-25Tropical Storm Olana approaches Hawaii; heavy-rain warning issued October 25, some areas could see 8 inchesThis story
- 2026-10-26Tropical Storm Olana to Fuel Flash Floods and Mudslides in Hawaii Oct. 27-29
- 2026-10-27Follow-up: Olana Becomes a Post-Tropical Remnant Low on the Evening of October 26; No New Cyclones Expected in the Central Pacific Over the Next Seven Days
