Summary
A litter of puppies was rescued by the Hawaiian Humane Society after their mother died in recent floods in Hawaii. The floods, caused by a slow-moving storm system, have led to a state of emergency and ongoing rescue operations across the islands.
Key Facts
- A storm system called a Kona low has caused heavy rain and flooding in Hawaii.
- Governor Josh Green declared a state of emergency due to the floods.
- Some areas, like Maui, received over 44 inches of rain in five days.
- The Hawaiian Humane Society rescued a litter of puppies after their mother died in the floods.
- Rescue teams are working to help stranded pets and people impacted by the floods.
- Reports of dangerous conditions include road washouts, landslides, and swollen rivers.
- There are efforts to move rescued animals to shelters in the continental U.S. to free up space in local shelters.
- A flash flood warning remains in effect for certain areas in Hawaii.
