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Flood Watch Issued as Kona Low Impacts Hawaii Islands

3/23/2026

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A flood watch remains in effect for Oahu, Maui, Molokai and islands except Kauai due to a Kona low.
Evacuation advisories exist for Lahaina and Central Molokai due to flooding and sinkholes.
Shelters have been established to house residents with essentials.
Power outages affect about 3,200 customers on Oahu and 100 in Maui County.
The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of ongoing flash flooding, especially in southeast Molokai.

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Story summary

A flood watch remains in effect for Oahu, Maui, Molokai and islands except Kauai due to a Kona low.
Evacuation advisories exist for Lahaina and Central Molokai due to flooding and sinkholes.
Shelters have been established to house residents with essentials.
Power outages affect about 3,200 customers on Oahu and 100 in Maui County.
The National Weather Service (NWS) warns of ongoing flash flooding, especially in southeast Molokai.