Current observations Hurricane Fausto became a Category 2 storm Friday with winds surpassing thresholds. Wind speeds reached 100 mph as measured by satellites measured by aircraft. Latest forecasts show it weakening before hitting Hawaii or shifting north potentially as a tropical storm early next week. Hawaii officials told people to finish storm prep Friday as a precaution but still caution advised. The risk of heavy damage dropped substantially but big waves remained a problem. Shorelines will see 15-foot surf through the weekend posing threats to swimmers for locals. The storm moves west now as expected and may influence marine traffic. It could come close to Hawaii likely by Tuesday or Wednesday based on current motion. The Central Pacific Hurricane Center round the clock keeps tracking it with regular updates.