Nolo becomes a Category 3 Hurricane in the remote Pacific Ocean
Summary
Hurricane Nolo became a strong Category 3 hurricane in the remote Pacific Ocean, west of Hawaii, with winds reaching 115 mph. The storm is moving west and is expected to cross the international date line, but it poses no threat to populated islands.Key Facts
- Nolo's maximum sustained winds increased rapidly to 115 mph (185 kph).
- The hurricane is about 210 miles south-southwest of Maro Reef, moving west at 17 mph.
- A tropical storm warning was issued for the remote Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument area.
- Large waves from Nolo may flood some low-lying areas in this marine monument.
- No populated islands are expected to be affected by Hurricane Nolo.
- Nolo is expected to cross the international date line on Sunday.
- Nolo was earlier near Hawaii as a hurricane, weakened, then regained strength on Friday.
- Another hurricane, Category 1 Rachel, is moving west away from the west coast of Mexico, causing dangerous waves along Mexico’s west coast and Baja California Peninsula.
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