Summary
Over 138,000 people in Hawaii were told to seek higher ground due to life-threatening flash floods on the island of Oahu. The floods follow heavy rainfall from a rare weather pattern known as a Kona low, leading to significant flooding and a state of emergency.
Key Facts
- The National Weather Service issued a flash flood emergency for northern Oahu, Hawaii.
- The emergency affects over 138,000 people and is especially critical in Haleiwa and Waialua.
- Roads in and out of Haleiwa are blocked due to the flooding.
- The flooding resulted from heavy rains caused by a Kona low storm, which is a rare weather phenomenon.
- Some areas received up to 46 inches of rain between March 10 and 15.
- Flood warnings are in place until 5 a.m. HST, with more rain expected throughout the weekend.
- Authorities advise people to move to higher ground and avoid travel unless necessary.
- The rising levels in the Wahiawa Reservoir pose additional flood risks for nearby communities.
