Hurricane Nolo Strengthens to Category 2 South of Hawaii

Hurricane Nolo has strengthened into a Category 2 storm south of Hawaii, with maximum sustained winds of 105 mph. Its center was about 185 miles south of South Point on the Big Island, according to the latest update. (foxweather.com)

The Big Island remains under a hurricane watch and tropical storm warning, with tropical storm conditions expected Friday night and hurricane conditions possible Saturday.

Forecasters warn of potentially life-threatening flooding, mudslides and damaging winds as Nolo passes south of the island. Further strengthening is expected. (foxweather.com)