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Hawaii suffers its worst flooding in 20 years and forecasters warn more rain is coming
Over 5,500 people evacuated as 8 to 16 inches of rain caused over 200 rescues and threatened a 120-year-old dam, with damage estimated above $1 billion, officials said.
- On Friday, Hawaii suffered its worst flooding in more than 20 years as raging waters lifted cars and homes across Oahu, prompting evacuation orders for 5,500 people north of Honolulu.
- Heavy rains fell on soil already saturated by "Kona lows" from a winter storm last week, with experts noting that intense rainfall events are increasing due to human-caused global warming.
- Authorities closely monitored the 120-year-old Wahiawa dam after water levels spiked to 84 feet, just 6 feet shy of capacity. The National Guard and Honolulu Fire Department airlifted 72 people from a spring-break camp.
- Gov. Josh Green estimated storm damages could top $1 billion, affecting roads, schools, and homes across the state. Green confirmed his chief of staff received assurances from the White House that Hawaii would receive federal support.
- Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi warned that 6 to 8 inches of additional rain is forecast for Oahu over the coming days. Officials continue to evaluate the aging dam's acquisition, with a state board vote scheduled for next week.
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More than 230 rescued amid Hawaii flooding; officials warn more rain is on the way
(CBS) — Hawaii officials rescued over hundreds of people from muddy floodwaters as severe rains inundated streets, pushed homes off their foundations and swallowed vehicles on Friday. More rain is expected for Saturday. Crew searched by air and by water for people who had been stranded — efforts that were hampered by people flying personal drones to get images of the flooding, said Ian Scheuring, a spokesperson for Honolulu. Dozens — if not hund…
Thousands of people in Hawaii have been urged to evacuate their homes as the state faces its worst flooding in decades. The second major storm to hit the island this week, Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi said, could cause more than $1 billion in damage. Authorities have evacuated more than 230 people so far. The floodwaters swept away homes and cars, and about 5,500 people were ordered to evacuate north of Honolulu. The National Weather Service h…
Flash flooding, heavy rains in Hawaii prompt evacuations and threaten 120-year
As Hawaii endures its worst flooding in more than 20 years, officials are urging people in hard-hit areas to "LEAVE NOW." The warning early Saturday came after heavy rains fell on soil already saturated by downpours from a winter storm a week ago. Still more rain was expected during the weekend, officials said.
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