Tropical storm may head toward Hawaii, coinciding with Obama visit
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Forecasters are watching a tropical storm as it cuts an uncertain path toward Hawaii, potentially coinciding with a visit by President Barack Obama.
The Honolulu Star-Advertiser reports Tropical Storm Madeline could bring moisture, wind and rain starting Tuesday.
A five-day forecast puts the storm near the Big Island on Wednesday before it passes south of Oahu on Thursday. The margin of error stretches 170 miles.
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The storm was 985 miles from Hilo on Saturday night. Sustained winds reached up to 60 mph.
The Central Pacific Hurricane Center predicts the storm will strengthen into a hurricane before downgrading to a tropical storm near Hawaii.
Storm conditions may coincide with Obama's visit to Oahu on Wednesday and the World Conservation Congress on Thursday.
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Forecasters say Tropical Cyclone Lester could impact the islands during Labor Day weekend.