The storm is weakening as it approaches the islands.
Atmosphere Severe Storms
The island of Hawaii rarely takes a direct hit from a hurricane. Two strong Pacific storms are lining up to change that.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Heat Water
Acquired July 8, 2012, this image shows Daniel, a Category 2 hurricane, over the eastern Pacific Ocean.
Atmosphere Water Severe Storms
Hurricane Blanca, the earliest second major hurricane on record, churned in the eastern Pacific.
Acquired June 24, 2010, this natural-color image shows powerful Hurricane Celia over the Pacific Ocean.
Image of the Day Atmosphere Water Severe Storms
Severe Storms
Acquired September 24, 2012, this image shows Hurricane Miriam off Baja California.
Acquired June 22, 2010, this natural-color image shows Hurricane Celia over the eastern Pacific Ocean.
Acquired August 27, 2010, this natural-color image shows Hurricane Danielle over the Atlantic Ocean.
Composed from two separate satellite overpasses, this natural-color image shows Category 4 Celia in the west and Category 3 Darby in the east.