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Coastal Flood Statement in effect through Thursday
The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Statement for portions of Kahoʻolawe, Kauaʻi, Lānaʻi, Maui, Molokaʻi, Niʻihau, Oʻahu and Hawaiʻi Island. The statement is in effect through Thursday afternoon with isolated minor coastal flooding expected.
UH: Rapa Nui’s iconic moai statues threatened by sea level rise
By 2080 rising sea levels could cause seasonal waves to reach Ahu Tongariki, the iconic ceremonial platform that is part of the Rapa Nui National Park, a UNESCO world heritage site, according to a study published in the Journal of Cultural Heritage by a team of researchers from the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa. This coastal flooding also threatens 51 cultural assets in the area, including Rapa Nui’s world-renowned moai statues.
High Surf Advisory for south shores; Coastal Flood Statement for all Hawaiian Islands
A large south swell will gradually fill in on Friday and peak on Saturday near warning thresholds, according to the National Weather Service. Peak afternoon high tides, combined with elevated water levels running about a half a foot higher than predicted and a large south swell filling in, will lead to minor flooding along shoreline and low-lying coastal areas through Saturday. Water levels should fall below thresholds during peak afternoon high tides Sunday.
Coastal flooding advisory issued
The National Weather Service has issued a minor coastal flooding statement for low-lying coastal areas of Maui County and the Big Island. Peak afternoon high tides combined with high water are expected to continue about half a foot higher than predicted through Friday. Aside from Maui and Hawaii Island, affected areas include low-lying coasts of […]
Coastal flood statement extended through Tuesday afternoon
The National Weather Service has extended a Coastal Flood Statement, now in effect through Tuesday afternoon. Peak high tides associated with the lunar cycle and water levels that are running higher than predicted will lead to minor coastal flooding along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas. Coastal flooding will coincide with the daily peak tide during the afternoon.
Minor coastal flooding through Monday during high tide
Peak high tides associated with the lunar cycle and water levels that are running higher than predicted will lead to minor coastal flooding along shorelines and low-lying coastal areas through the weekend and into Monday afternoon. Coastal flooding will coincide with the daily peak tide each afternoon for portions of Maui, Molokaʻi, Lānaʻi, Kahoʻolawe, Kauaʻi, Niʻihau, Oʻahu and the Big Island.
Maui Nui Marine Resource Council Awarded $210K Grant to Help Address Recurring Coastal Flooding in Kīhei
The project focuses on Hāpapa watershed’s three gulches (Kūlanihākoʻi, Waipuilani and Kēōkea) which are responsible for most of Kīhei’s stormwater flooding.
Special Weather Statement: Nuisance Coastal Flooding During High Tide
The National Weather Service issued a Special Weather Statement this morning advising the public of nuisance coastal flooding during high tide times.
Greatest Potential for Coastal Flooding from Astronomical Tides, Today and Friday
The greatest potential for coastal flooding impacts will be this morning and on Friday, especially around the time of the peak high tide, which occurs between midnight and daybreak in most areas.
Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flooding Likely This Week
There will be unusually high water levels during peak high tides this week, creating the likelihood for coastal flooding. Breezy south winds Tuesday and Christmas Day may increase the wave run-up along south-facing shores. The highest predictions on Maui are for Hāna in East Maui, where a high tide of 2.89 feet is forecast for 3:50 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 26, 2019.
Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flooding Possible Through Friday
The greatest potential for coastal flooding impacts will be during the peak high tides from Thursday and Friday, which will occur before sunrise during the early morning hours; high tides are expected to peak around 4 a.m. on Nov. 28, and 4:40 a.m. on Nov. 29.
Coastal Flooding Risks Possible Along Honoapi‘ilani Highway
The greatest potential for coastal flooding impacts will be during the peak high tides through Friday, Nov. 29, which will occur before sunrise during the early morning hours.
Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flooding to Peak During High Tides
The greatest potential for coastal flooding impacts will be during the peak high tides from Tuesday through Friday, which will occur before sunrise during the early morning hours.
Giant Surf Forecast, Special Weather Statement Issued
A combination of giant surf, strong N winds, and near peak monthly high tides, overwash of low-lying coastal areas and roadways is likely Sunday to Monday.
