Weather Alerts-

Flash Flood Warning

Until Sun 2:00 am HST

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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 200 AM HST. At 1055 PM HST, Rainfall across Maui has diminished this evening, with mainly light to moderate showers moving through the southeast and eastern sections of the island. However, runoff from earlier rainfall continues to keep streams elevated. Maui Emergency Management reports that Kamehameha Highway near Oheo Gulch and in one lane near Hana remain closed due to ongoing flooding. HAZARD...Heavy rain producing life threatening flash flooding. SOURCE...Emergency management. 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... The entire island of Maui. 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. The heavy rains may cause rock and mudslides in steep terrain areas. This warning may need to be extended beyond 200 AM HST if flooding; persists.; FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED; FLASH FLOOD DAMAGE THREAT...CONSIDERABLE

High Wind Warning

Until Sun 6:00 pm HST

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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 within Maui County

Description

...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM HST SUNDAY MAUI COUNTY... WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts in excess 60 mph. WHERE...Island wide strong gusty winds are possible, but areas most at risk are communities north and east of steep mountains within Maui County. WHEN...Until 6 PM 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.

Flood Watch

Until Mon 6:00 am HST

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Action Recommended

Avoid the subject event as per the instructions

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 MAUI COUNTY AND THE BIG ISLAND THROUGH SUNDAY NIGHT... ...FLOOD WATCH FOR OAHU CANCELED...

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