Hawaii County Civil Defense 5 p.m. Wednesday (Aug 12) audio message on Hurricane Hilda
Position of Tropical Storm Hilda provided by CPHC
As of 11 p.m. HST Wednesday (Aug 12) Hilda was reported to be a tropical storm centered about 240Â miles (390 km) southeast of Hilo moving west at near 5 mph (7 km/h).
Hilda has maximum sustained winds near 45Â mph (75 km/h) with higher gusts. Tropical storm force winds extend outward up to 70 miles (110 km). Hilda may weaken to a tropical disturbance by tonight.
The tropical storm watch has been cancelled. A flash flood watch is in effect. A high surf and small craft advisory is in effect.
Hilda may produce heavy rainfall north of its path.
For a reminder of how to prepare during this hurricane system read these tips by HELCO or go to our ‘Be Prepared’ menu near the top of this page for hurricane information.
Central Pacific Infrared Images
Full earth image taken at 11 p.m. HST Wednesday, August 12, 2015. Photo courtesy of NOAA-NASA GOES Project
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