Hawaii Department of Transportation

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Last mentioned: Mar 21, 2026

Timeline

  1. Secondary Warning

    National Weather Service issues alerts for a second wave of moisture expected to hit saturated ground.

  2. 20-Year Peak

    Floodwaters reach record levels on Oahu and Maui, causing widespread evacuations.

  3. Initial Storm Ingress

    Heavy rains begin affecting the western islands of Kauai and Niihau.

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Hawaii Braces for More Rain After Worst Flooding in Two Decades

Hawaii is grappling with its most severe flooding event in 20 years, causing widespread disruption and infrastructure damage across the islands. With meteorologists warning of continued heavy precipitation, the state faces a critical test of its climate resilience and emergency management systems.

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