Powerful Winds Trash Hawaiian Islands [1]

Firehouse.com - 1/07/13, Michael Tsai/The Honolulu Star-Adviser

Jan. 06--Violent winds caused by a high-pressure system northeast of the Hawaiian islands blew apart roofs, felled trees and knocked out power in communities across the state on Saturday.

A wind advisory for Molokai, Maui, Lanai, Kahoolawe and the lower slopes of Hawaii island is in effect through 6 p.m. today. Winds of at least 30 mph, with gusts of more than 50 mph, are expected in the affected areas.

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