Hurricane Kiko Threatens Hawaii with Floods and Mudslides
Hurricane Kiko Threatens Hawaii with Unprecedented Power As the Pacific hurricane season continues, Hurricane Kiko is emerging as a major threat to the Hawaiian Islands. Forecasters are closely monitoring the storm, which has intensified into a Category 4 hurricane and is now on a path that could bring it directly over the Big Island, Maui, Molokai, and Oahu. The potential for severe weather, including torrential downpours, flash flooding, and deadly mudslides, has raised concerns among residents and officials. Kiko’s trajectory is of particular concern due to its projected landfall by Tuesday afternoon local time. This timeline places the storm in direct contact with some of the most populated and tourist-heavy areas of the state. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is still assessing the exact intensity of the storm when it reaches Hawaii, but meteorologists warn that even if Kiko weakens, its impact could be devastating. The storm has already strengthened to sustained wind speeds...