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The rain is coming again: Why a third major storm in a month is heading for Hawai‘i
A winter and spring of record-setting rainfall in Hawaiʻi likely is linked to record-breaking heat on the U.S. West Coast, the National Weather Service said.
Hawaiian Moment — Ola I ka wai a ka ʻōpua. There is life in the water from the clouds.
Although we are coming to the summer months (June – September), we must always remember and appreciate ua (rain) as it is the source of wai – fresh water.
Neighboring islands show aloha as donations pour in to Moloka‘i to aid storm cleanup of homes, fishponds
Lahaina residents returned the favor after the Moloka’i community was among the first to respond with boatloads of emergency supplies after the fires.
Changes upslope could help curb South Maui’s mud flooding issue, experts say
The combination of a changing climate and development have made South Maui more susceptible to flooding over the years.
Update: Rainfall and isolated thunderstorms forecast as upper level low impacts SE facing slopes
The NWS reports that flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. The greatest chance for impacts is tonight is on windward Big Island, windward Maui, and over Kauaʻi County.
Kona low prompts Flood Watch through Monday afternoon for Hawaiian Islands
For Big Island and Maui County, the greatest flood risk remains along southeast facing mountain slopes as southerly flow more efficiently lifts rich moisture up these slopes.
Conservationists want to restore cloud bridge that once brought rain to leeward Haleakalā, Kaho‘olawe
To bring back the cloud bridge requires restoring the forests that disappeared due to wild animals, ranching and the U.S. military’s bombing of Kaho’olawe.
Hawaiian Moment: ‘There is life in the water from the clouds’
Our kūpuna had an intimate relationship with the elements. They were keen observers of their environment, with all of its life-giving and life-taking forces. They had a nuanced understanding of the rains of their home. They knew that one place could have several different rains and that each rain was distinguishable from another. They knew when a particular rain would fall, its color, duration, intensity, the path it would take, the sound it made on the trees, the scent it carried, and the effect it had on people.
Maui Flood Advisory extended to 10:30 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended a Flood Advisory for the island of Maui until 10:30 p.m.
Rainy, windy weather in the forecast; breezy trade winds expected back this weekend
Maui County residents can expect wet trade winds with isolated thunderstorms and locally heavy rain, especially in windward areas, through tonight, according to the National Weather Service.
5 cold fronts pass over Hawaiian Islands in January
January rainfall totals from the northeast half of Hawai‘i Island were mostly below average, while totals from the southwest half were mostly near to above average, according to the National Weather Service monthly rain summary.
Preparation for kona low: West Maui sewer customers asked to reduce flow
Specifically, Lahaina customers within and near the burn zone are asked to reduce toilet flushing, bathing, washing clothes and cleaning dishes. Doing so will safeguard the system against potential sewage spills.
Flood Advisory for Maui Until 12:15 p.m.
A rain gauge in Lahainaluna just recorded a half inch of rain in 15 minutes, according to the NWS.
Despite the Rain Drought Still in Effect
Storm system Barbara brought some much needed rain to Maui County, just not enough according to the Department of Water Supply (DWS).
Baldwin Beach Park, Lahaina Aquatic Center Closed
The Lahaina Aquatic Center is closed today due to heavy rain. Lifeguards are unable to safely see the bottom of the pool
Baldwin Park Closed Due to Heavy Rain, Flooding
Baldwin Beach Park in Pāʻia on Maui’s north shore, is closed today due to heavy rain and flooding.
Maui Flash Flood Watch Continues, 11 Evacuated from ʻĪao
A “very moist and unstable air mass” and and “upper level trough” will interact, resulting in unsettled weather with the potential for flooding over the eastern part of the island chain through Wednesday.
Orlene Still Too Far Out to Forecast Impacts to Hawaiʻi Weather
The National Hurricane Center continues to monitor Orlene, which strengthened to a Category 2 hurricane today and remained in Eastern North Pacific waters.
Maui Flood Advisory Expires
The flood advisory that was in effect for Maui has since expired as of 4 p.m.
Maui, Kauai to Get $400K For Storm Cleanup
The US Dept. of Labor yesterday announced a $400,000 National Emergency Grant to assist with clean-up in the wake of the severe storm that hit Kauai and Maui in March.
