Hawaii Island Summit Advisory Update # 1 for March 8th, 2021

A Winter Weather Advisory for the Island of Hawaii summits of Maunakea and Maunaloa has been extended through Tuesday morning (March 9th).

Published by: HIRSC - Weather Team

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...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY FOR MAUNA KEA AND MAUNA LOA...

.Deep moisture will spread over the area from the east and south,
while a nearby trough aloft maintains sub-freezing temperatures
over the Big Island Summits tonight bringing the potential for
heavy snowfall.

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow accumulations of up to 3 inches.

* WHERE...Big Island Summits above 11000 feet.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult to impossible.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet, or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities and use caution while
driving.