Hurricane Iona Roars Toward Category 4 as Pacific Storms Multiply

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Hurricane Iona has rapidly intensified into a powerful Category 3 storm in the Pacific, with winds reaching 125 mph — just shy of Category 4 strength. While Hawaii isn’t expected to face a direct hit, strong trade winds combined with widespread drought conditions could increase wildfire risks across the islands. And that’s not all — the National Hurricane Center is also tracking Tropical Storm Keli and three other potential systems, making this an extremely active week in the Pacific. Find out what’s coming next and how to prepare before it’s too late. WooGlobe Ref : WGA608037 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00The calm in the Atlantic won't fool the Pacific.

00:03Because Hurricane Iona is now a major Category 3 storm.

00:06With winds roaring at 125 miles per hour, it's just shy of a Category 4.

00:12Located over 700 miles south of Honolulu, Iona is tearing westward with more strengthening expected.

00:18But here's the twist. Hawaii won't take a direct hit.

00:21Still, the hurricane's effects could stoke wildfire risks thanks to strong trade winds and ongoing drought conditions.

00:28And Iona isn't alone. The Pacific is buzzing with activity.

00:32Tropical Storm Kelly is spinning southeast of Honolulu.

00:36Three other systems are being closely watched.

00:38One has a 90% chance of forming off Mexico.

00:41Another, dubbed EP98, holds a solid 60% chance.

00:46Forecasters warn, this hurricane season is heating up fast.

00:50And with the clock ticking, preparation is key.

00:53Secure your home, check your insurance, and build that emergency kit.

00:56Because when storms form this fast, waiting could be dangerous.

01:00As you can slide by, let's see.

01:01Step in and mandates around.

01:02Let's go to the regulator.

01:03Slide the sun on it.

01:06Step in and

01:21step by enters.

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