Coast Guard sets heavy weather condition for Hawaii counties

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – The U.S. Coast Guard Oceania Captain of the Port (COTP) has set a Heavy Weather Condition WHISKEY for Honolulu County, Maui County and Hawaii County commercial ports as of 8 a.m. Wednesday.

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Strong winds above 39 miles per hour are expected to arrive at commercial ports within the next three days.

Kauai County commercial ports are scheduled to be set to WHISKEY at 8 p.m. Wednesday.

Ports remain open while weather condition WHISKEY remains in effect. Operations, port traffic and cargo-handling will continue as normal.

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However, anticipate additional restrictions and possible port closures as conditions progress. The COTP may restrict the operations and port entry to vessels transporting oil or certain hazardous materials.

All recreational boats are advised seek sheltered waters. Operators of vessels 200 gross tons and greater should plan to depart port. The COTP may direct departures to reduce the number of vessels in port.

Vessels that desire to remain in port must submit the Request to Remain in Port form and receive written permission from the COTP and the Hawaii DOT–Harbors Division.

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Safety reminders

The Coast Guard is advising the public of these important safety messages: