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high-wind High Wind Risk in Honolulu, HI

Risk Level: Low — Score 1/10

FEMA: 1Historical: 10

Key Risk Factors

  • 8 events on record in proximity
  • 3 event(s) in the last 12 months

Last significant event: Gale - Hawaii coastal waters, United States (2026-02-08) — 2,310 people exposed

Highest Risk Cities for High Winds

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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 7
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FEMA: 9Historical: 5
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 9
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FEMA: 9Historical: 1
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 10
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FEMA: 9Historical: 9
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FEMA: 9Historical: 0
Honolulu is not in the top 10 for high wind risk among tracked cities.

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Notable High Wind Events Near Honolulu

Strong Winds Oahu, Hawaii

January 1, 2004 ADVISORY

Impact data not available

Gale - Hawaii coastal waters, United States

February 7, 2026 WARNING

2,310 people exposed; $6,272M capital exposed

Fire Weather/Red Flag Warning - Hawaii, United States

December 11, 2024 WARNING

992,000 people exposed; $524,915M capital exposed

Fire Weather/Red Flag Warning - Hawaii, United States

November 14, 2024 WARNING

959,000 people exposed; $507,027M capital exposed

Wind - Hawaii Islands, United States

February 7, 2026 ADVISORY

400,000 people exposed; $87,839M capital exposed

High Wind Preparedness Tips

  • 1.Secure loose outdoor items — patio furniture, trash cans, decorations
  • 2.Trim trees and remove dead branches that could fall on structures
  • 3.Reinforce garage doors and ensure roof shingles are properly fastened
  • 4.Avoid driving high-profile vehicles during high wind warnings
  • 5.Stay away from windows during severe wind events

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