Flash Flood Warning Issued for Hawaii County Through Saturday Afternoon
NWS Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the North and South Kona districts of Hawaii Island as heavy rain moves through the region.
Alert Details
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Hawaii County. The alert was issued at 12:53 PM HST on March 14 and remains in effect until 3:45 PM HST.
Affected Areas
The warning specifically impacts the island of Hawaii within Hawaii County. Locations expected to experience flash flooding include the North and South Kona districts.
What You Should Do
Residents and travelers are advised to stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even if they currently appear dry. Do not attempt to cross fast-flowing or rising water in a vehicle or on foot. The National Weather Service reminds the public: “Turn around, don’t drown.”
Expected Conditions
At 12:53 PM HST, radar and automated gauges indicated heavy rain moving up from the southwest. Rain is falling over the North and South Kona districts at a rate of 0.5 to 1 inch per hour. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly. Expected impacts include flooding in drainages, streams, rivers, roads, properties, and other low-lying areas. Public road closures are possible, and landslides may occur in areas of steep terrain.
Timeline
The Flash Flood Warning is effective immediately and is scheduled to expire at 3:45 PM HST on March 14, 2026.
Source: NOAA Official Notice
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