Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued March 15 at 2:49AM HST until March 15 at 6:00AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
March 15, 2026 - 5:49am
Expires:
March 15, 2026 - 9:00am
Description:
At 249 AM HST, radar indicated heavy rain over the Big Island of
Hawaii. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour in some
areas and additional heavy rain remains possible. Hawaii County
Emergency Management officials are asking residents and visitors to
shelter in place for this life threatening event, keeping roadways
clear for emergency responders.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain impacts multiple
communities on the Big Island of Hawaii.
SOURCE...Radar and Emergency Management indicated.
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 entire Big Island of Hawaii.
Instruction:
Stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even
if they are currently dry.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
The heavy rains may cause rock and mudslides in steep terrain areas.
Area Description:
Hawaii in Hawaii, HI
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov