Why are hurricanes so rare in Hawaii?
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  • 6 years ago
Hurricane Lane is expected to hit Hawaii into this weekend. It is a rare hurricane that will actually impact the state. Why are hurricanes rare in Hawaii despite being in the middle of the Pacific Ocean? Let's find out.
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