UPDATE: 4:25 pm
The flood warning for parts of Ilha Grande has been canceled.
4:10 pm
The National Meteorological Service extended flood surveillance throughout the state until 6 pm on Monday.
The clock has been in effect for more than a week.
“The threat of widespread heavy rain is decreasing, but localized heavy rain is still likely during Monday’s day. The areas that have already received heavy rains will be the most vulnerable ”, says the most recent update.
The weather service also issued a flood warning for Ilha Grande until 5:30 pm.
The consultancy 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.
An earlier warning for parts of Oahu has expired.
3:35 pm
Kauai County authorities have provided a series of updates for residents affected by the recent floods.
A new page has been created on the county’s website to provide ongoing information and resources. Authorities will share updated information on the current closings and repairs on the Kuhio Highway, damage assessments, garbage services, postal services, energy and water services, COVID-19 vaccines and other health-related resources.
Kauai residents who have suffered damage to their homes due to the March floods must complete an online form (look for the “March 2021 rain / flood damage report” link) to help collect data to determine whether federal aid will be made available or not. Call (808) 241-1800 for more information.
Hawai’i Life Flight and American Medical Response put a medical helicopter into service at Līhue airport. The helicopter will be used for all patient transport north of the Hanalei Hill landslide and will provide emergency response services 24 hours a day.
In addition, the two lanes of the Kuhio Highway on Mount Hanalei that approaches the Hanalei Bridge will remain closed as officials continue to assess the damage, conduct debris removal and stabilize the slopes. The state Department of Transportation aims to establish early single-lane emergency access in the area early next week, weather permitting.
Other current road blocks include:
>> The Kuhio highway, between the Kolopua apartments and the Hanalei plantation road, remains closed. This is the road above the Mount Hanalei site. DOT officials installed systems to monitor any movement on the road.
>> A lane on the Kuhio Highway at mile marker 4.5 near Waikoko is open to alternate traffic.
The Kauai Water Department issued a water conservation notice to customers from Wainiha to Ha’ena, until further notice, due to a power outage that affected the system’s well location. Customers are advised to limit the use of water to essential needs just to avoid a complete interruption of water service. For updates and more information on water conservation measures, click here.
The Federal Aviation Administration has issued a Temporary Flight Restriction from Princeville to Ke’e Beach, particularly restricting all aircraft and UAS (drones).
Additional updates will be posted on kauai.gov and Facebook.
1:10 pm
The National Weather Service in Honolulu issued a flood warning for the island of Oahu until 4:15 pm.
At 1:05 pm, the radar indicated heavy rain in central Oahu falling at a rate of 1 1/2 to 2 inches per hour. Dangerous driving conditions can occur due to puddles and reduced visibility.
The locations affected by the notice 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 warning can be extended if the flood persists.
11 a.m
Several park closings remain in effect on Maui to this day.
According to the Maui County Parks and Recreation Department, Kanaha Beach Park remains closed due to falling trees, while Baldwin Beach Park remains flooded.
In addition, a section of the Piilani Highway in the vicinity of Kaupo on the south flank of Haleakala remains closed in both directions at the 29.4 mile mark due to depleted conditions, and the upper part of the Awalau Road in Haiku remains closed.
The state Department of Transportation also said a makai runway on Hana Highway, near Twin Falls, was closed due to a manhole damage report in the area.
PREVIOUS COVERAGE
A week of heavy storms across the state saturated the soil in many areas and increased the level of rivers, increasing the chances of more flooding today, meteorologists say.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu extended a weeklong flood surveillance until this afternoon to all Hawaiian islands.
Meteorologists said “a higher level disturbance over the region and saturated soil conditions will maintain the potential for flooding this afternoon”.
They said that significant flooding could occur due to overflowing streams and drains, and warned of possible road closures and landslides.
The weakening of the cold front remains a threat before a slow drying trend begins and the trade winds return on Tuesday, gradually increasing until the end of the week.
The forecast is for moderate to windy trade winds to Niihau and Kauai today, as trade winds diminish over Oahu and the eastern islands until Monday.
Tradewinds will slowly strengthen from Tuesday to Friday, becoming windy by the end of the week, meteorologists said this morning.
The weather service also issued:
>> A winter weather warning for the peaks of Mauna Kea and Mauna Loa above 11,000 feet until 6 pm today. Additional snow of up to 2 inches and wind gusts of up to 65 mph are expected.
>> A high surf warning until Monday for the north and east coasts of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai and Ilha Grande, and for the north, east and west coasts of Maui. 12 to 18 feet surfing is expected along the north shore of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai, Maui and Ilha Grande; waves of 9 to 14 feet are forecast for the east coast of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Maui, Molokai and Ilha Grande; and waves of 9 to 12 feet are expected along the west coast of Maui.
Meteorologists have also warned that the swell “may produce waves in the north-facing ports, including the ports of Hilo and Kahului, along with waves breaking near the ports’ entrances. Sailors should exercise caution when entering or leaving the port and when docking or launching vessels. “
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