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Hurricane Kiko holds steady as a Category 4 system as it nears central Pacific

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) – Hurricane Kiko is holding steady in strength as the Category 4 system nears the central Pacific.

The National Hurricane Center said in data valid at 11 p.m. Friday, Kiko’s maximum sustained winds remained at nearly 140 mph with higher gusts.

Only minor fluctuations are expected in strength through Saturday. Kiko should begin to gradually weaken by Sunday.

Kiko is a relatively small tropical cyclone. Hurricane force winds extend 25 miles from the center, while tropical storm force winds extend 80 miles.

Kiko was located about 1,065 miles east-southeast of Hilo, or 1,265 miles east-southeast of Honolulu, and was moving to the west-northwest at 10 miles per hour.

Video: Category 4 Hurricane Kiko heads towards Hawaii

Hurricane Kiko has rapidly intensified into a powerful Category 4 storm with winds reaching 145 mph, stirring concern as it heads in Hawaii’s direction. However, cooler waters and trade winds are expected to weaken Kiko significantly before it nears the islands. Here's what to expect as Kiko approaches.

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