Hurricane Kiko Sparks Hawaii Emergency But Here's the Twist

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Hurricane Kiko has triggered a state of emergency in Hawaii — but there's more to the story.  Acting Governor Sylvia Luke has mobilized the Hawaii National Guard and emergency services as Kiko nears the islands. Once a powerful Category 3 hurricane, Kiko is now weakening — but officials are still on high alert. High surf, dangerous rip currents, and gusty winds could still impact residents and tourists.  In this video, we break down everything you need to know — from the latest storm path to why Hawaii is preparing like it's a direct hit. Because when it comes to hurricanes, being ready is the only option. WooGlobe Ref : WGA941031 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00Hawaii's under a state of emergency, as Hurricane Kiko charges toward the islands.

00:04But here's why this storm might not be the disaster many feared.

00:08Acting Governor Sylvia Luke declared the emergency late Friday.

00:11The goal? To activate resources and keep everyone safe.

00:15Storm force winds and pounding surf could hit as early as Monday.

00:19By Sunday night, Kiko had weakened from a Category 3 to a Category 2.

00:23Winds hit 110, but it's moving into cooler waters.

00:26That means even more weakening is likely before it passes north of the islands midweek.

00:32Emergency officials are on high alert.

00:34The Hawaii National Guard is activated.

00:37And shelters are prepping across the state.

00:39Even if the storm misses, gusty winds and dangerous surf up to 15 feet could still cause chaos.

00:45Locals are stocking up.

00:47Tourists are told to stay alert for flight and hotel updates.

00:50And the message from officials is clear.

00:52Preparedness is everything.

00:54This might be a near miss.

00:55But for Hawaii, staying ready could be what saves lives.

01:00Because with three months left in hurricane season, Kiko might not be the last threat.

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