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Hawaii Governor Seeks Federal Aid for $1 Billion Storm Damage

3/25/2026

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Hawaii Governor Josh Green requested federal aid to cover 90% of about $1 billion in damages from Kona low storms.
The Kona low storms heavily affected Central O‘ahu and the North Shore, causing flooding and closures of Noelani and Hokulani Elementary Schools, while authorities offer property tax relief and waived emergency-repair fees.
Green said replacing Kula Hospital and repairing roads will raise costs.

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Hawaii Governor Josh Green requested federal aid to cover 90% of about $1 billion in damages from Kona low storms.
The Kona low storms heavily affected Central O‘ahu and the North Shore, causing flooding and closures of Noelani and Hokulani Elementary Schools, while authorities offer property tax relief and waived emergency-repair fees.
Green said replacing Kula Hospital and repairing roads will raise costs.