Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C Targets Hawaii with Rare Landfall Threat
Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C Targets Hawaii with Rare Landfall Threat
US · Published Aug 12, 2026
Tropical activity in the Pacific Ocean has intensified as former Invest 93C has been upgraded to Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C, aiming toward Hawaii later this week.
The National Hurricane Center has issued official track forecast cones, watches, and warnings for Hawaii, anticipating the system's development into a tropical depression or storm.

Impact & Risks

The Hawaiian Islands face a high threat from Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C, with impacts including strong winds, heavy rain, elevated tides, and dangerous surf conditions. Windward slopes are likely to experience the heaviest rainfall, while coastal areas may see wave heights exceeding 30 feet, posing risks to beachgoers and marine activities. Elevated tides, influenced by trade winds, lunar positioning, and warm ocean temperatures, could exacerbate flooding risks. Residents in vulnerable housing should prepare for potential evacuation, and local officials are closely monitoring the situation to ensure public safety.

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