Current observations Hurricane Fausto became a Category 2 storm Friday reaching higher speeds. Wind speeds reached 100 mph according to radar 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 in anticipation of impacts yet urged vigilance. The risk of heavy damage dropped considerably 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 could impact navigation. It could come close to Hawaii possibly by Tuesday or Wednesday according to projections. The Central Pacific Hurricane Center continuously keeps tracking it with regular updates.