Headline:
Flash Flood Warning issued September 8 at 1:17AM HST until September 8 at 4:30AM HST by NWS Honolulu HI
Event:
Flash Flood Warning
Urgency:
Immediate
Effective:
September 8, 2026 - 4:17am
Expires:
September 8, 2026 - 7:30am
Description:
FFWHFO
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the
* Flash Flood Warning for...
The island of Kauai in Kauai County
* Until 430 AM HST.
* At 117 AM HST, Doppler radar indicated that rain has ended over
Kauai. However, flooding impacts are ongoing in many locations.
Although river gages indicate stream levels steadily falling,
nearly all streams across the island remain elevated due to
continuing runoff.
HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.
SOURCE...Gauges reported.
IMPACT...Flash flooding of small creeks and streams, urban areas,
highways, streets and underpasses as well as other poor
drainage and low-lying areas.
* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
The island of Kauai.
Instruction:
Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.
Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.
Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads.
Area Description:
Kauai, HI
Forcast Office:
NWS Honolulu HI
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov