High Wind — West Hawaii Including Leeward Kohala and Kona, Hawaii

2000-11-17 · West Hawaii Including Leeward Kohala and Kona, Hawaii

Wider weather episode

Strong high pressure north of Hawaii generated sustained winds of 30 to 40 mph, with some gusts to as high as 50 mph, in the saddle, downslope sections, and in the Maalaea Bay area of West Maui and in leeward parts of Kohala on the Island of Hawaii. No significant property damage or injuries were reported.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 5162045. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.