UPDATE: 4:25 p.m.
The flood advice for parts of the Big Island has been canceled.
16:10
The National Weather Service has extended the nationwide flash flood watch to 6 p.m. Monday.
The watch has been in force for more than a week.
‘The threat of widespread heavy rain is decreasing, but localized heavy rain is likely to remain on Monday. Areas that have already received heavy rain will be the most vulnerable, ”reads the latest update.
The weather service also issued a flood warning for the Big Island until 5:30 p.m.
The advice covers Hilo, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Keaau, Mountain View, Hawaiian Acres, Orchidland Estates, Glenwood, Papaikou, Kurtistown, Wainaku, Fern Acres, Paukaa, Eden Roc, Ainaloa and Hawaiian Beaches.
A previous advice for parts of Oahu has expired.
3:35 pm
Kauai County officials have provided a number of updates to residents affected by the recent flooding.
A new page has been created on the country’s website to provide ongoing information and resources. Officials will share the latest information on current closures and repairs of the Kuhio Highway, damage assessments, garbage services, postal services, power and water utility services, COVID-19 vaccines and other health-related resources.
Kauai residents who have suffered house damage due to the flood in March are asked to fill out a form online (see the link “Rain Damage / Flood Report of March 2021”) to help collect data to determine whether or not federal aid is made available. Call (808) 241-1800 for more information.
Hawai’i Life Flight and American Medical Response deployed a medical helicopter at Līhue Airport. The helicopter will be used for all patient transport north of the Hanalei Hill landslide and will provide 24 hour emergency services.
Both lanes of the Kuhio Highway at Hanalei Hill approaching Hanalei Bridge will also remain closed as officials continue to assess the damage, remove debris and stabilize the slopes. The state Department of Transportation plans to establish access to emergency lanes through the area early next week if the weather allows it.
Other current road closures include:
>> Kuhio Highway, between Kolopua Apartments and Hanalei Plantation Road, remains closed. This is the road above the Hanalei Hill site. DOT officials have installed systems to monitor any movement in the road.
>> One lane of the Kuhio Highway at mile 4.5 near Waikoko is open to varying traffic.
The Kauai Water Department has issued a water-saving notice for customers from Wainiha to Haena, until further notice, due to a power outage affecting the system’s wells. Customers are advised to limit water use only to essential needs to avoid a complete water service interruption. Click here for updates and more information on water saving measures.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a temporary flight restriction from Princeville to Ke’e Beach, which specifically restricts all aircraft and UAS (drones).
Additional updates will be posted on kauai.gov and on Facebook.
13:10
The Honolulu National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for the island of Oahu until 4:15 p.m.
At 1:05 p.m., the radar indicated that heavy rain was falling over Oahu, which falls centrally, at 1 1/2 to 2 inches per hour. Dangerous driving conditions can occur due to jamming and reduced vision.
Places affected by the advice include, but are not limited to, Mililani, Waikane, Waiahole, Wahiawa, Pearl City, Aiea, Waikele, Kahaluu, Halawa, Ahuimanu, Waipahu, Kunia, Kaneohe,
Maunawili, Kahana Valley State Park, Whitmore Village, Waimalu, Helemano Housing and Heeia.
The advice can be extended if floods continue.
11 a.m.
Several park closures remain in effect on Maui today.
According to the Maui County Department of Parks and Recreation, Kanaha Beach Park remains closed due to trees falling over, while Baldwin Beach Park remains flooded.
In addition, a section of the Piilani Highway in the vicinity of Kaupo on the southern flank of Haleakala remains closed in both directions due to the flushing conditions, and the upper section of Awalau Road in Haiku remains closed.
The state Department of Transportation also said one makai lane of the Hana Highway near Twin Falls was closed due to a report of damage to divers in the area.
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A week of heavy rainstorms across the country has saturated the soil in many areas and increased current levels, increasing the chance of more flooding today, forecasters say.
The Honolulu National Weather Service has extended the week-long flash guard for all Hawaiian islands.
Forecasters said a top-level disturbance in the region and saturated soil conditions would maintain the potential for instant flow until this afternoon. ‘
They said significant flooding could occur due to flooding and drainage, and they warned of possible road closures and landslides.
The weakening cold front remains a threat before a slow drought trend begins and trading winds return on Tuesday and gradually increase towards the end of the week.
Moderate to windy trade winds are forecast for Niihau and Kauai today, as trade winds decline through Oahu and the eastern islands until Monday.
Forecasters said this morning that Tradewinds will slowly strengthen from Tuesday to Friday.
The weather service also issued:
>> A winter weather forecast for the top of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa above 11,000 feet until today 18:00. Additional snow up to 2 centimeters and gusts up to 65 km / h are expected.
>> An excellent advice for surfers through Monday for north and east shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai and the Big Island, and for north, east and west shores of Maui. Surfing from 12 to 18 feet is expected along the northern shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui and the Big Island; waves of 9 to 14 feet are forecast for eastern shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai and the Big Island; and waves of 9 to 12 feet are expected along the western shore of Maui.
Forecasters also warned that the swell could “cause waves within north-facing ports, including Hilo Harbor and Kahului Harbor, along with waves breaking near harbor entrances. Seafarers should be careful when entering or leaving port and when mooring or launching vessels. ”
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