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Flood Watch issued all main Hawaiian Islands through 6 a.m. Saturday

The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for all of the main Hawaiian Islands through 6 a.m. on Saturday, May 11, 2024.

Special weather statement for Maui County calls for risk of thunderstorms, flash flooding Friday through Saturday

An unusually strong upper level disturbance is expected to approach the islands later Friday into Saturday, bringing the possibility of very active weather to portions of the state. The latest guidance indicates a possibility for severe thunderstorms, which could produce damaging winds and large hail, as well as the possibility for localized intense rainfall and flash flooding, according to the NWS.

Maui severe weather updates for Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024: Maui Flood Warning canceled

A Flash Flood Warning is canceled for the island of Maui as of 1:54 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 9, 2024. The National Weather Service reports that heavy rain on Maui has ended, and flooding is no longer expected to pose a threat. A Flood Watch remains in effect until 6 p.m. for Kahoʻolawe, Lānaʻi, Maui, Molokaʻi, and the Big Island of Hawaiʻi.

Kona low brings unpredictable weather; Special Marine Warning issued

The County of Maui, along with state and federal partners, are continuing to prepare fire-damaged areas should flooding occur.

Special Weather Statement: Nuisance Coastal Flooding Expected

The NWS says a combination of “seasonally high astronomical tides” and “abnormally high sea levels: will likely produce nuisance coastal flooding during the next several days.

Line of Showers to Produce Strong Wind Gusts Across Moloka‘i

At 11:49 .m., the line was moving toward the east at 30 mph over the western portion of the island. Winds in excess of 40 mph are possible as the line of showers moves across Molokaʻi through 12:15 p.m.

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.

60 Foot Surf, Coastal Flooding Possible

Surf of up to 60 feet is forecast on Sunday as an unusually strong storm system moves toward the islands from the north over the weekend.

Special Weather Statement for Maui Through Weekend

A powerful low pressure system is expected to develop and move toward islands from the north over the weekend.

Another Burst in Volcanic Ash Prompts Ashfall Advisory

Another burst in volcanic ash emissions from the Haleamaʻumaʻu Crater on Hawaiʻi Island was recorded at 7 a.m. on Tuesday, May 15, 2018, prompting a special weather statement advising area residents of light ashfall and hazardous air quality.

Burst in Volcanic Emissions Prompts Special Weather Statement

Very light ashfall is expected through at least 6 p.m. on Monday, May 14, 2018 following a burst in volcanic emissions at around 9 o’clock this morning.

King Tides Return Through Monday

King Tides are forecast to impact affected shorelines through Monday. The event is expected to be compounded by an elevated south swell.

King Tide Coastal Flooding Peaks Today

A special weather statement is in effect, advising the public of coastal flooding in Maui County, associated with the King Tide event happening this weekend.

HIGH WIND WATCH: Noon Saturday to Sunday Night

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch for the state this weekend as a cold front moves down the island chain and a strong high pressure system passes north of the islands. This combination will bring very windy conditions to all islands Saturday and Sunday. The strongest NE to E winds will […]

One Drowning and Several Rescues Prompts Special Weather Statement for Maui 2/17/10

A Special Weather Statement was issued today, Wednesday, February 17, 2010, following a number of water rescues in Maui County. The Maui Police Department reported a drowning and several rescues resulting from adverse wind, wave and water conditions. At 11:56 a.m., Lahaina Patrol Officers were aassigned to a possible ocean rescue as two people were […]
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