Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued March 13 at 1:03PM HST until March 13 at 3:30PM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 13, 2026 - 4:03pm
Expires:
March 13, 2026 - 6:30pm
Description:
At 103 PM HST, radar indicated heavy rain over Oahu. Rain was
falling at a rate of 1 to 3 inches per hour. Significant rises have
been observed on area streams including Waiahole Stream, Manoa
Palolo Drainage Canal, Makaha Stream, and the Kaukonahua Stream at
Waialua. In addition, Kamehameha Highway is closed at Waikane due to
flooding and numerous downed trees.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Radar.
IMPACT...Flooding in drainages, streams, rivers, roads,
properties, and other low-lying areas. Public road
closures possible in some areas. Landslides are possible
in steep terrain.
Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
The island of Oahu.
Instruction:
Stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even
if they are currently dry.
Excessive runoff from heavy rainfall will cause flooding of drainage
ditches and streams, streets, highways, properties, and other low
lying spots.
Area Description:
Oahu in Honolulu, HI
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov