Weather Alerts-

Flash Flood Warning

Until Sat 3:00 am HST

1 of 5

Action Recommended

Avoid the subject event as per the instructions

Issued By

Honolulu - HI, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Maui County

Description

The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flash Flood Warning for... The island of Maui in Maui County Until 300 AM HST. At 1055 PM HST, radar indicated heavy rain over the island of Maui. Rain was falling at a rate of 1.5 to 2 inches per hour. The heaviest rain continues to fall over the south-facing slopes and coasts from Maalaea Bay to Kihei to Makena to Kipahulu. Additionally, Emergency Management reported several roads closed in Kihei and Lahaina due to heavy flooding. HAZARD...Heavy rain producing life threatening flash flooding. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Significant and life threatening flooding in drainages, streams, rivers, roads, properties, and other low lying areas. Multiple public road closures expected, as well as landslides in steep terrain. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... Kahului, Kihei, Lahaina, Kula, Pukalani, Makawao, Keokea, Haliimaile, Paia, Puunene, Haiku-Pauwela, Wailea, Pauwela, Maalaea, Huelo, Ulupalakua, Makena, Waikapu, Wailuku and Waiehu. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even if they are currently dry. Do not cross fast flowing or rising water in your vehicle, or on foot. Turn around, don't drown. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. This warning may need to be extended beyond 300 AM HST if flooding; persists.; FLASH FLOOD...RADAR INDICATED; FLASH FLOOD DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE

Flash Flood Warning

Until Sat 3:00 am HST

2 of 5

Action Recommended

Avoid the subject event as per the instructions

Issued By

Honolulu - HI, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Maui County

Description

The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the Flash Flood Warning for... The island of Molokai in Maui County Until 300 AM HST. At 1151 PM HST, radar indicated heavy rain over Molokai, falling at a rate of half an inch to an inch per hour. Emergency Management reported high water flowing over Kamehameha Highway near mile marker 6, and that it remains open only to 4 wheel drive vehicles at this time. HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain. SOURCE...Radar. IMPACT...Flooding in drainages, streams, rivers, roads, properties, and other low-lying areas. Public road closures possible in some areas. Landslides are possible in steep terrain. Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... The entire island of Molokai. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even if they are currently dry. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of drainage ditches and streams, streets, highways, properties, and other low lying spots. This warning may need to be extended beyond 300 AM HST if flooding; persists.; FLASH FLOOD...RADAR INDICATED

High Wind Warning

Until Sun 6:00 am HST

3 of 5

Action Recommended

Make preparations per the instructions

Issued By

Honolulu - HI, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Island wide strong gusty winds are possible, but areas most at risk are communities north and east of steep mountains

Description

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST SUNDAY KAUAI COUNTY, OAHU, MAUI COUNTY... WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph Kauai County, Oahu, Maui County. WHERE...Island wide strong gusty winds are possible, but areas most at risk are communities north and east of steep mountains. WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Sunday. IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines and damage roofs. Power outages are possible. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Strong winds may lead to property damage. Hazardous driving conditions due to powerful cross winds will pose a serious risk for drivers, especially for light weight and high profile vehicles. Loose outdoor items should be brought inside or secured properly.

Gale Warning

Until Sun 6:00 am HST

4 of 5

Action Recommended

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Issued By

Honolulu - HI, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Oahu Windward Waters, Kaiwi Channel, Maui County Windward Waters, Maui County Leeward Waters, Maalaea Bay and Pailolo Channel

Description

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST SUNDAY... WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 kt with higher gusts and seas 13 to 18 feet. WHERE...Oahu Windward Waters, Kaiwi Channel, Maui County Windward Waters, Maui County Leeward Waters, Maalaea Bay and Pailolo Channel. WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Sunday. IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

Flood Watch

Until Mon 6:00 am HST

5 of 5

Action Recommended

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Issued By

Honolulu - HI, US, National Weather Service

Affected Area

Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe

Description

WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible. WHERE...Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe. WHEN...Through late Sunday night. IMPACTS...Significant flooding may occur due to the overflow of streams and drainages. Roads in several areas may be closed, along with property damage in urban or low lying spots due to runoff. Landslides may also occur in areas with steep terrain. ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - Considerable flash flooding is possible as a large and powerful kona storm northwest of the state draws deep tropical moisture across the islands. Persistent bands of heavy rain and thunderstorms may produce intense rainfall rates, leading to rapid rises in streams and flooding of roads and low lying areas. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

More Information

...FLOOD WATCH FOR KAUAI THROUGH SATURDAY AFTERNOON... ...FLOOD WATCH FOR OAHU THROUGH SATURDAY NIGHT... ...FLOOD WATCH FOR MAUI COUNTY AND THE BIG ISLAND THROUGH SUNDAY NIGHT...

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