Hawaii Faces Worst Flooding in 20 Years, More Rain Expected
Hawaii Faces Worst Flooding in 20 Years, More Rain Expected
US · Published Mar 22, 2026
Hawaii is experiencing its worst flooding in 20 years due to 'Kona lows'.
Evacuation orders are in effect for 5,500 residents north of Honolulu due to the risk of dam failure.
The National Weather Service warns of continued flooding risks across Hawaii with more rain expected.
Severe flooding hits Hawaii after Kona lows
Hawaii is experiencing its worst flooding in twenty years due to winter storm systems known as 'Kona lows'. These systems draw moist air from the south and southwest, causing heavy rainfall across the islands.
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