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Hawaii Faces Flood Watch Amid Heavy Rain and Closures

4/13/2026

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Hawaii Faces Flooding

Hawaii is under a flood watch through Monday evening.
The National Weather Service warns of heavy rain, especially over Oahu and Molokai, with flash flooding possible due to saturated ground.
Emergency shelters are open across Oahu for residents and visitors.
City officials have closed various facilities on Oahu, including parks and the Honolulu Zoo.
Transit services continue as scheduled.

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Hawaii Mobilizes Guards

Hawaii mobilized more than 300 National Guard troops in response to the Kona Low after record rainfall last month caused significant flooding and damage.
The Hawaii National Guard has filled 4,000 sandbags and established High Water Vehicle Teams to aid in potential rescues.
Two Black Hawk helicopters are on standby for medical evacuations.
A flood watch remains in effect.
Officials monitor a major dam on Oahu.

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Hawaii Faces Flooding

Hawaii is under a flood watch through Monday evening.
The National Weather Service warns of heavy rain, especially over Oahu and Molokai, with flash flooding possible due to saturated ground.
Emergency shelters are open across Oahu for residents and visitors.
City officials have closed various facilities on Oahu, including parks and the Honolulu Zoo.
Transit services continue as scheduled.

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