Weather advisory map via National Weather Service/NOAA

A time-lapse movie of the Gemini Observatory March 6-13, 2015 as seen from the Canada-France-Hawaii Telescope. Images courtesy of CFHT

Winter weather on Mauna Kea summit via a time-lapse movie. March 6-13, 2015. Images courtesy of UH-Hilo webcam.

A time-lapse movie via the Gate Cam camera aimed north towards Mauna Kea at the Mauna Loa Observatory.

Time-lapse multi-image movie of Mokuʻāweoweo Caldera from the Northwest Rim on Mauna Loa. March 6-13, 2015. Images courtesy of USGS/HVO

The National Weather Service in Honolulu reports winds have gradually weakened on Big Island summits but are still strong enough for a wind advisory to be issued until 6 p.m. this evening (March 13).

Winds are coming from the northwest at 30-50 mph with localized gusts over 60 mph.

The strong winds can make driving difficult especially for high profile vehicles. Motorists should use caution while driving. The winds can also forcefully swing doors open or shut so use caution when opening or closing vehicle doors.

Mauna Kea summit access road is closed above the Visitor Information Station due to heavy accumulations of snow and ice on all summit roads.

For updated information on summit road conditions visit: http://mkwc.ifa.hawaii.edu/current/road-conditions/

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