Tropical Storm Nolo Forms in Pacific, Hawaii Under Hurricane Watch
Updated on: September 24, 2026 / 12:01 AM EDT / CBS News
TL;DR
- Tropical Storm Nolo has formed in the Pacific and a hurricane watch is in effect for Hawaii's Big Island.
- Nolo is expected to become a hurricane on Thursday and potentially a major hurricane by the weekend.
- The storm is forecast to approach the Big Island on Friday or Saturday.
- Heavy rainfall, possibly up to 35 inches in some areas, is expected for the Big Island, with potential for catastrophic flooding and mudslides.
- Maui could receive 5 to 10 inches of rain, with up to 20 inches in some areas, also facing risks of flooding and mudslides.
- This storm adds to an unusually active Pacific hurricane season, following Hurricane Lowell and Hurricane Lala.