UPDATE: Flood watch extended through tonight for Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau as unstable weather conditions persist
Kauai Now • • nation
Key Points:
- A flood watch remains in effect for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau through 6 a.m. Sunday, Feb. 22, due to an upper-level trough causing unstable weather and heavy rainfall, with flash flooding still possible overnight.
- Kaua‘i experienced significant flooding earlier Feb. 21, leading to the closure of Kūhiō Highway near Hanalei River Bridge due to elevated water levels, with the road remaining closed until further notice.
- Power outages affected members in Hāʻena but were restored by about 12:15 p.m. after nearly four hours, while other services like the Kapa‘a transfer station suspended green waste acceptance due to the weather.
- The National Weather Service advises residents to monitor forecasts closely,
