Parts of Hawaii Face a Foot or More of Rain From Yet Another Storm
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- Hawaii is facing a new storm expected to bring 3 to 15 inches of rain through Friday, raising concerns about flooding and landslides due to saturated soil from two major storms in March.
- A statewide flood watch is active until Friday evening, with localized flood warnings issued as some areas, including Waialua, Haleiwa, Kahuku, and Laie, are still recovering from previous flooding that caused at least $1 billion in damage.
- The storm is forecasted to intensify Thursday night through Friday, with the heaviest rain hitting Kauai, followed by Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island, accompanied by strong winds potentially exceeding 60 mph.
- March 2026 saw historic rainfall in Hawaii, with an estimated two trillion gallons of water falling over two weeks, making it likely the second wettest March since 1920, according to University of Hawaii researchers.
