Evacuations Ordered in Hawaii Due to Severe Flooding and Dam Failure Risk
Evacuations Ordered in Hawaii Due to Severe Flooding and Dam Failure Risk
US · Published Mar 21, 2026
Thousands evacuated in Hawaii due to severe flooding north of Honolulu.
Wahiawa Dam faces potential failure amid heavy rains and overflow.
Hawaii National Guard activated; flood watch in effect for most of the state, flash flood warning for northern Oahu.
Evacuations ordered due to severe flooding in Hawaii
Due to severe flooding, evacuation orders have been issued for thousands of residents in towns north of Honolulu, Hawaii. Heavy rains have inundated streets, submerged vehicles, and damaged homes. Officials are warning about the potential failure of the 120-year-old Wahiawa Dam, which is currently experiencing water overflow over its spillway. The National Weather Service has placed most of the state under a flood watch, with northern Oahu under a flash flood warning. The Hawaii National Guard has been activated to assist with the emergency response, as the situation remains critical, particularly in areas like Haleiwa and Waialua.
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