Hawaii Braces for Major Flood Threat Amid Ongoing Storms
Hawaii Braces for Major Flood Threat Amid Ongoing Storms
US · Published Apr 9, 2026
Hawaii faces a major flood threat from an incoming storm, the third since mid-March.
A flood watch is in effect for all Hawaiian Islands until Friday afternoon, with potential for 4-8 inches of rain and localized areas exceeding 10 inches.
Strong winds with gusts up to 60 mph are expected, particularly affecting Kauai and Oahu.
Hawaii faces third major storm since March
Hawaii is bracing for another significant flood threat as a potent storm system brings heavy rain and strong winds across the islands. This marks the third major storm since mid-March, with previous storms causing severe flooding. The National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for all of Hawaii until Friday afternoon, warning of potential widespread flooding and landslides.
Related News