Tropical Storm Nolo strengthens as Hawaii island under hurricane watch

Tropical Storm Nolo is strengthening, and Hawaii Island has been placed under a hurricane watch. The storm continues to develop as of the latest afternoon update.
UPDATE: 2 p.m.
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