Hurricane Lane strengthens to category FIVE as speeds increase top stories direct to your inbox SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up to receive our rundown of the day'sdirect to your inbox When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Hurricane Lane strengthened to a powerful Category 4 storm as the barrelling storm makes its way towards Hawaii. The fierce, swirling vortex with winds of 155mph is tracking dangerously close to the Hawaiian Islands in the coming days - with a direct hit anticipated towards the weekend. Whether Lane directly strikes the islands or just grazes them, significant effects from rain, wind and waves are very likely for the Hawaiian islands. Follow below for the latest path news and live tracking updates on Hurricane Lane. All times in BST. 8.55am update: Shoppers ransack store in preparation for the hurricane strike As one video showed shoppers raiding a store for emergency supplies, meteorologist for AccuWeather warned about shoppers buying supplies as the huge hurricane neared. Reed Timmer tweeted the video, adding: “Busy night at Walmart in Honolulu ahead of Hurricane Lane. “Water, food, supplies are going fast.” 8.00am update: Hawaii just hours away from severe winds The 8pm NHC advisory read: "Tropical storm conditions are expected on portions of the Big Island beginning early Thursday morning, with hurricane conditions expected in some areas Thursday afternoon or Thursday night. "Tropical storm conditions are expected to begin over portions of Maui county on Thursday, with hurricane conditions expected in some areas Thursday night into Friday. "Tropical storm conditions are expected to begin on Oahu late Thursday night, with hurricane conditions expected Friday into Friday night." It is currently 9pm in Hawaii, with the next advisory expected at 11pm local time (10am BST). Hurricane Lane latest: Storm heading towards Hawaiian islands 06:50 update: Hurricane Lane moving North West According to the latest figures from the Central Pacific Hurricane Centre (CPHC) Hurricane Lane is currently moving North West at 8 miles per hour. It is expected to pass to the South of Hawaii, reaching closest to the island on Friday. However the data released by the CPHC notes that this is provisonal, and that it is still possible that Hurricane Lane will pass over a number of the Hawaiian islands on Friday or Saturday. 05:30am update: Hurricane to hit Hawai'i island by nightfall on Wednesday Hurricane Lane is expected to smack into Hawai'i island, the largest of the Hawaiian islands, by nightfall on Wednesday. Meanwhile Maui County has taken to Twitter to warn that its Fire Department doesn't have sandbags for citizens, after receiving numerous calls. 04:05am update: Hurricane Warning issued for island of Oahu The Hurricane Watch for the island of Oahu has now been upgraded to a Hurricane Warning, according to the Central Pacific Hurricane Centre. Hurricane Warnings are now in effect for: Oahu, Maui County and Hawaii County. A further Hurricane Watch is in place for Kauai County. The Central Pacific Hurricane Centre has also added "storm surge" to the hurricane related hazards which could affect land. This could see water levels rise by as much as 4 feet above normal tidal levels in some areas. 02:03am update: Governor Ige requests "federal resources" from President Trump In the message Governor Ige sent to President Trump requesing a Presidential Disaster Declaration he said: "The State of Hawaii and its citizens are still recovering from the impacts of the Kilauea volcanic eruptions and earthquakes as well as the severe storms that affected Kauai and the city and county of Honolulu. “This further diminishes the state’s already limited capacity to respond to the impacts from a major hurricane. “The potential storm surge, strong winds, and rainfall pose threats beyond the state’s capability to manage. “Therefore, it is necessary for me to request federal resources be made available to the State of Hawaii as the state responds to this historic event.” Hurricane Lane from space 01:05am update: Hawaii Governor requests Presidential Disaster Declaration over Hurricane Lane David Ige, Governor of Hawaii, has requested a Presidential Disaster Declaration over Hurricane Lane, unlocking federal assistance. On Twitter he posted: "I want everyone to be prepared to shelter in place. 14 days food/water/supplies. If you must go to a shelter - take supplies with you". Governor Ige also announced that all Hawaii public schools will be closed on Thursday and Friday, as they may need to be used as hurricane shelters, and that all vessels must vacate harbours in Hawaii unless they have a written excemption. This is to prevent damage to the harbours, which will be essential if Hurricane relief is needed. 00:27am update: Advice given for tourists The Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority has advised tourists to "listen to the airlines, hotels and media for updates and heed their advice". They also claim that "hotels are well prepared to handle a crisis". The advice was repeated by Hawaiian Governor David Ige on his official Twitter account. Wednesday, August 22 James Bickerton takes over live reporting from Kate Whitfield 10.38pm update: NASA releases incredible image of Hurricane Lane from the International Space Station Astronaut Ricky Arnold wrote: "The crew of the Space Station sends much aloha to everyone there." The storm is currently 285 miles (455km) south of Kailua-Kona, and 420 miles (680km) south-southeast of Honolulu. Maximum sustained winds are 155mph (250km/h) with higher gusts as the storm moves west-northwest at 8mph (13 km/h). Hurricane Lane preparedness guide 10pm update: NOAA 11am public advisory update says Lane a DANGEROUS hurricane as it approaches Hawaii with DAMAGING surf The following areas remain under watch and warning: A hurricane warning is in effect for: Hawaii County Maui County, including the islands of Maui, Lanai, Molokai and Kahoolawe A Hurricane Watch is in effect for: Oahu Kauai County, including the islands of Kauai and Niihau There is little change from the 8am update. You can read a full summary HERE. 9.30pm update: Hawaii Red Cross appeals for volunteers In a tweet, the Red Cross said: "Volunteers are needed statewide in preparation for Hurricane Lane! "The Red Cross is seeking volunteers who are willing to be on-call to potentially assist in staffing shelters or assessing damage. Training will be provided." If you can help, sign up here. 9.17pm update: Some Hurricane Lane preparedness guides: Hurricane Lane preparedness guide Hurricane Lane preparedness guide 8.25pm update: Hawaii officials concerned over lack of shelters Hawaii is reported to have only 277,376 available shelter spaces for the population of 1.4 million. Hawaii State Emergency Management Administrator Tom Travis said in a news conference that residents who are not in flood zones should shelter in place rather than crowding the limited shelters. Mr Travis said: "The sheltering policy should — if you're not in a flood zone, most citizens should remain in their homes. "If in a flood zone, actively seek shelter elsewhere with someone not in a flood zone or in a public shelter." 8pm update: Maui to open shelters from 2pm HST The County if Maui and Hawaii Red Cross volunteers will be opening shelters at 1pm HST for people wth special needs, and 2pm for the general pubic. Addresses of the shelters are as follows: Maui High (pet-friendly) – 660 S. Lono Ave, Kahului Lokelani Intermediate (pet-friendly) – 1401 Līloa Dr, Kīhei King Kekaulike High – 121 Kula Hwy, Pukalani Hāna High & Elementary – 4111 Hana Hwy, Hāna Lahaina Intermediate – 871 Lahainaluna Rd, Lahaina Molokaʻi High – 2140 Farrington Ave, Ho’olehua Lānaʻi High & Elementary (pet-friendly) – 555 Fraser Ave, Lānaʻi City The ask that people bring their own toiletries, food, water, sleeping items and extra clothing, as they won't be provided at the shelters. Hurricane Lane: NOAA 8am update image 7.23pm update: Full summary of latest NOAA public advisory Read all the details HERE. The next public advisory is due at 11am HST (10pm BST). Stay with us for all the news on Hurricane Lane as it happens.<doc-sep>The National Weather Service urges people near the storm not to focus on the exact forecast track but to be prepared for severe impacts well away from the center. Hurricane Lane developed as a tropical depression about 2,400 miles east of Hawaii. It became a hurricane on Aug. 17 and reached Category 5 strength Wednesday. At 2 a.m. Friday, it had weakened to Category 3 — maximum winds of 120 mph — and was 200 miles south of Honolulu. The report late Thursday night from the National Weather Service’s Central Pacific Hurricane Center said: “On this track, Hurricane Lane continues to approach the Main Hawaiian Islands, so there is no reason to believe that anyone is safe in the warning area.” The agency’s main points in its most recent report:<doc-sep>top stories SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up to receive our rundown of the day'sdirect to your inbox When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time.<doc-sep>
Hurricane Lane: Aircraft flies through eye of Category 5 storm Hawaii will soon be at the mercy of dangerous storm system Hurricane Lane, which is now powering towards the Pacific Island chain with full force. Bouncing between a category four and category five vortex, the threat from Hurricane Lane is increasing as the barrelling storm edges ever closer. Hawaiian authorities have laid down a hurricane warning, advising residents the storm could cause serious damage. Lane will be Hawaii’s second major hurricane in the last two weeks and is likely to be the most powerful. Hurricane Lane could also become the first major hurricane to make landfall in Hawaii in 26 years. What time will hurricane Lane hit Maui? Hurricane Lane is surging towards the Hawaiian Islands with considerable force and is first scheduled to hit the south-easternmost coastline of Big Island. As the storm moves forward, Lane is expected to wheel around a north western direction and dissipate in a few days time. But this won’t be before Lane is able to hit the Hawaiian Islands with some high speed winds, as sustained winds follow it into landfall. Hurricane Lane path update: Will Lane hit Maui and Honolulu Maui will receive the strong winds which will batter the island at 8pm HST (7pm BST). Maui’s western side will feel the worst of the winds, with an 80 percent probability the island is in for gusts of more than 39mph. At the moment, the hurricane is spinning with high speeds of over 140mph and these winds extend out over 40 miles from Lane’s centre. While Hurricane Lane is expected to weaken, the storm will still remain a hurricane as it graces the Hawaiian Islands. Hawaii residents prepare for Hurricane Lane amid weather warning Will Hurricane Lane reach Honolulu? Hurricane Lane’s destructive power is forecast to impact all three Hawaiian Islands with varying force and wind speed probabilities. Honolulu is located behind Kaui and will catch the storm as it dissipates. As the hurricane makes its way through Hawaii’s Islands, weakening is expected, meaning by the time Honolulu is at risk, winds will be lower. Currently, the chance Honolulu will see sustained 39mph winds is at about 60 percent. Hurricane Lane's path as it heads towards Honolulu and Maui Hawaii hit by HEAVY rain as Hurricane Lane approaches