HTA continues to closely monitor Hurricane Hone as it passes south of the Hawaiian Islands, and our team is in close communication with state and county emergency management officials.
It is still safe to travel to the Hawaiian Islands at this time. We are not advising visitors to cancel their trips.
We do advise visitors to remain vigilant and stay informed, and offer the following tips:
- Even distant tropical storms and hurricanes can bring heavy rain and strong winds. If you are planning to engage in outdoor activities, consider postponing these activities while advisories are in effect. Heed beach, park, and trail closures - they are for your safety. If you have reservations for a land or ocean activity, contact your provider to inquire about cancellations due to the weather.
- Tropical storms and hurricanes affect the tides. Always swim at lifeguarded beaches and heed beach closures and other advisories. While beach parks may be open as conditions subside, exercise caution, consult the lifeguards on duty, and refer to hawaiibeachsafety.com for the most up-to-date information. If in doubt, don’t go out.
- Before heading to the airport, check your flight status with your airline. All airports in the Hawaiian Islands remain open, but weather conditions may cause delays. Flights to and from Hilo (ITO) were canceled yesterday afternoon and evening, and early this morning due to wind. As flights resume today passengers will be reaccommodated.
To stay informed and receive real-time updates, connect with your island’s emergency management agency through their social media channels and sign up for text alerts at https://lnkd.in/gNsjSutu.
