First Alert Weather: Wind advisory issued for parts of Maui County, Hawaii Island

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - A Wind Advisory has been issued for parts of Maui County and Hawaii Island for potentially damaging winds, with gusts near 50 miles per hour.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu said the advisory will be in effect from midnight Tuesday night through 6 a.m. Thursday.

Northeast winds of 20 to 30 miles per hour with gusts near 50 miles per hour will be possible.

Be prepared for power outages and watch out for falling tree branches when walking or driving. The winds can also be strong enough to tear off shingles, blow away tents and awnings, and make it difficult to drive, especially in high profile vehicles like SUVs and large trucks.

Get the latest First Alert Forecast here.

Hawaiian Electric is also continuing a Public Safety Power Shutoff Watch for Oahu, Maui County and Hawaii Island, with the primary risk Wednesday for Maui County and Hawaii Island.

The utility said the PSPS does not mean power will be shut off, but it could shut off power to reduce the risk of a fire.

There are also severe weather alerts for mariners due to the strong winds. This includes a Gale Warning for coastal and channel waters around Molokai, Maui, Lanai, Kahoolawe and Hawaii Island, with a Small Craft Advisory for remaining coastal waters.