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Waiahole Family Farm Flooded for Third Time This Year Amid El Niño Storms
9/9/2026, 12:20:29 AM
Flood Event Overview
Heavy runoff from the Waikane Stream surged onto the Seguin Family Farms property, inundating the Waiahole family farm in Waiahole, Hawaii. The flood entered the fields abruptly, bringing debris and water that receded in less than an hour. Dozens of Saba banana, ti-leaf, and vegetable trellines were damaged, and the farm’s back-flow water system was destroyed, leaving the operation without running water.
Context of Repeated Flooding
This incident marks the third flooding of the farm in the current year, a pattern linked by the farm’s owners to the increased frequency of storms associated with the ongoing El Niño event. Earlier in the year, the family cleared waterways after Hurricane Lala, only to face an even larger surge this time. The cumulative impact has raised concerns about the farm’s viability as storm activity intensifies.
Impact on Farm Operations
The damage threatens the family’s ability to harvest crops in the coming months. With key trellises destroyed and water infrastructure compromised, the farm faces a prolonged recovery period.
Verbatim Quotes
- “You never realize... how damaging water can be,” — Jordan Seguin. This
- “I’m just thinking months ahead, how much... we could have been harvesting. But it’s gonna take time.” — Jordan Seguin
Recovery Efforts
Seguin Family Farms has launched a GoFundMe campaign to finance debris removal, replanting, and repairs to the water system. The family is beginning cleanup work but stresses that additional support is needed to restore full operations. The appeal highlights the farm’s role in the community and its cultural significance, urging donors to help preserve both the agricultural output and the heritage it sustains.
