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April 10, 2026 • Last updated 8:01 p.m.
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Crews work to mitigate flooding along Farrington Highway in Waialua as heavy rains continues to pound Oahu’s north shore communities of Waialua, Haleiwa, Mokuleia, and Pupukea today.
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A pedestrian with a garbage bag as a raincoat walks in the rain along South King Street today as heavy rain from a passing storm continue to move east over Oahu and across the state.
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A woman and her family visiting from San Diego had the Hilton Lagoon all to themselves Tuesday as rain fell on Oahu.
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State transportation officials posted on Facebook that Kamehameha Highway north of Waimea Bay has been closed by falling boulders. The highway is closed in all directions and the public should avoid the area.
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Vehicles traverse through floodwater at the intersection of Oahu Avenue and East Manoa Road this afternoon.
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Junior Philips, with the city’s Department of Parks and Recreation, sits outside the entrance of the emergency shelter at Wahiawa District Park to help evacuees. There were several people at the shelter this afternoon after Otake Camp was evacuated due to flooding.
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UPDATE: 8 p.m.
The evacuation notice for Otake Camp has been lifted and no other evacuations are in place at this time, city officials said.
Evacuation buses are no longer operating and TheBus is back on its regular schedule and Route 521 serving Waialua remains fare-free, they said.
The city’s emergency shelters remain open. For a list of the shelters and more information, go to p.veoci.com/hnlshelter.
7:15 p.m.
The flash flood warning for Oahu has been canceled as the storm system that drenched the island moves east toward Molokai, Lanai and Maui.
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A flood watch is still in effect for Oahu, Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, and the Big Island through Saturday at 6 a.m.
Maui County can expect the heavy rain and occasional thunderstorms that Oahu experienced throughout today.
The National Weather Service forecast says relatively drier air and lighter winds are expected to fill in across the state on Saturday, but the chance of showers will increase again across the state Saturday night through Sunday night.
6:35 p.m.
Multiple City & County of Honolulu facilities will remain closed Saturday due to today’s heavy rain. They include:
>> All city municipal golf courses
>> Honolulu Zoo
>> Tom Moffatt Waikiki Shell
>> Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve
>> All city botanical gardens
>> Patsy T. Mink Central Oahu Regional Park
>> Waipio Soccer Complex (closed Saturday and Sunday)
>> Parks and recreational facilities, including athletic fields, swimming pools, outdoor courts, and gymnasiums (except those being used for shelters.)
City officials said that teams will evaluate conditions of the facilities on Saturday to determine whether facilities can reopen Sunday.
The Neal S. Blaisdell Center will reopen for normal operations Saturday. Transit operations, including TheBus, TheHandi-Van, and Skyline, will operate on normal weekend schedules.
Trash will still be collected, and the City’s transfer stations and refuse convenience centers will be open for business as usual.
The Waialua Community Assistance Center and Distribution Hub will temporarily pause operations on Saturday and Sunday
6:15 p.m.
Hawaii Department of Transportation officials said Kamehameha Highway at Waimea Bay will remain closed through Saturday as crews respond after two large boulders fell onto the roadway at about 1:30 p.m. today.
The work includes:
>> Slope assessments;
>> Placement of steel plates on the highway to protect the waterline from rock impacts;
>> Removal of any additional loose material from the slopes above the highway;
>> Breaking up the large boulders for removal;
>> And inspection of the slope.
During the work, the highway will remain closed to vehicles and pedestrians.
Vehicles are being turned around at Three Tables on the Kahuku side, and at ‘Iliohu Way on the Haleiwa side.
5:20 p.m
The flash flood warning for Oahu has been extended until 7:45 p.m. as rain continues to fall at a rate of up to 2 inches an hour on parts of the island.
“At 4:46 p.m., radar indicated heavy rain slowly moving eastward and should clear Oahu in the next hour or two,” the National Weather Service’s updated warning said. “Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour, mainly over eastern portions of Oahu. Emergency management reported several road closures in northern and windward Oahu.”
Locations that will experience flash flooding include Wahiawa, Schofield Barracks, Wheeler Field, Mililani, Waialua, Haleiwa, Hauula, Laie, Punaluu, Waianae, Kahuku, Waikane, Nanakuli, Waiahole, Kaaawa, Kahaluu, Ahuimanu, Helemano Housing, Whitmore Village and Waimea Valley.
City officials said Kamehameha Highway at Waikane Stream was open for alternative contra-flow as of 4:52 p.m. “Traffic may be heavy through Waikane until rains and flooding subsides and the road fully reopens,” they said.
Kamehameha Highway at Waimea Bay remains closed for assessment of hillside after large boulders fell on the road north of the bay.
An assembly area is open at Kahaluu Community Park for those needing a safe place to park and wait on the Windward side, officials said.
Shelters are open at Kaneohe and Wahiawa district parks and Kahuku Elementary School for anyone in need in the affected areas. Go to p.veoci.com/hnlshelter for a complete list shelter locations throughout Oahu and more information.
A flood watch has been extended until Saturday at 6 a.m. for all islands, except Kauai and Niihau.
A wind advisory for Oahu has expired but is in effect for Hawaii island summits through 6 a.m. Saturday. Southwest winds 40 to 50 mph and gusts to around 60 mph are expected.
3:40 p.m.
Flooding and landslides are closing more roads on Oahu as the north and west sides of the island remain under a flash flood warning and Otake Camp in Waialua has been evacuated.
The state Department of Transportation said at 2:48 p.m. that Wilikina Drive has been closed between Kaukonahua and Kamananui in Waialua due to flooding.
Karsten Thot bridge on Kamehameha Highway in Wahiawa is also closed due to water reaching the bottom of the bridge, DOT said.
Separately, city officials said Ke Iki Road on the North Shore and Farrington Highway near the Keaau Beach Park entrance in Makaha have been closed in both directions due to hazardous conditions.
The same area of the highway was closed March 20 during Kona-low 2 storm when flooding caused part of the road to collapse.
DOT also said in an earlier social media post this afternoon that falling boulders have closed Kamehameha Highway north of Waimea Bay and crews are responding. Motorists should avoid the area until further notice.
2:30 p.m.
City emergency officials have issued an evacuation order for Otake Camp in Waialua.
“TAKE ACTION — EVACUATE NOW,” says the city HNL alert, which was issued about 2:25 p.m. “Extremely dangerous flooding is occurring.”
“Go to high ground. If trapped, go to highest floor/roof. Flood waters can move swiftly and rise rapidly. Driving into flooded areas is extremely dangerous and may result in injury or death,” the alert says. “Emergency responders are in the area with high water vehicles to notify anyone in the area and assist with evacuations.”
The closest shelter location is at Wahiawa District Park. More information at p.veoci.com/hnlshelter.
It is not necessary to evacuate any other area at this time but residents on the North Shore are encouraged to limit travel to necessary trips only due to flood impacts across the area, city officials said.
City officials said the following evacuation transportation services are available:
>> Makaha-Nanakuli: Pick-up along Farrington Highway between Makaha Beach Park and Nanakuli Beach Park; drop-off at Nanakuli High & Intermediate shelter.
>> North Shore (Route 521: Waialua–Haleiwa): Flag down anywhere; service to Weed Circle, then transfer to Route 52 to Wahiawa Transit Center.
Inform the driver you are evacuating, officials said.
Separately, the state Department of Transportation said in a social media post that falling boulders have closed Kamehameha Highway north of Waimea Bay and that crews are responding. Motorists should avoid the area until further notice.
1:55 p.m.
The National Weather Service has extended the flash flood warning for the north and west sides of Oahu until 5 p.m. as heavy rain continues to fall across the region.
“At 1:49 p.m., emergency management reported heavy rain and flooding over the North Shore of Oahu,” the extended warning said. “Radar indicated rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour within some of the heavier showers moving in from the west. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.”
Locations that will experience flash flooding include Waialua, Haleiwa, Schofield Barracks, Wahiawa, Wheeler Field, Mililani, Waianae, Hauula, Laie, Nanakuli, Kahuku, Punaluu, Helemano Housing, Whitmore Village, Mokuleia, Waimea Valley, Waimea Bay, Pupukea, Sunset Beach and Dillingham Field, forecasters said.
1:20 p.m.
The flash flood warning for the north and west sides of Oahu remains in effect until 2 p.m.
”At 12:43 p.m., emergency management reported heavy rain and flooding over the North Shore of Oahu, particularly near Waialua and Ehukai Beach Park,” an updated National Weather Service warning said. “Radar indicated rain was falling at a rate of up to an inch per hour within some of the heavier showers moving in from the west. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.”
The updated warning says locations that will experience flash flooding include Waialua, Haleiwa, Schofield Barracks, Wahiawa, Wheeler Field, Mililani, Waianae, Hauula, Laie, Nanakuli, Kahuku, Punaluu, Helemano Housing, Whitmore Village, Mokuleia, Waimea Valley, Waimea Bay, Pupukea, Sunset Beach and Dillingham Field.
1 p.m.
Wilikina Drive between Kaukonahua and Kamananui roads in Wahiawa has been closed in all directions due to hazardous conditions, city officials said at about 12:50 p.m.
11:45 a.m.
The flood advisory for Oahu has expired but the North Shore, Mililani, and Wahiawa remain under a flash flood warning until 2 p.m.
11:15 p.m.
A flash flood warning for Oahu’s North Shore, Mililani, and Wahiawa areas has been issued until 2 p.m.
“At 11:04 a.m., emergency management reported heavy rain and flooding over the North Shore of Oahu, particularly near Waialua,” the National Weather Service warning says. “Radar indicated rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour within some of the heavier showers. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.”
Locations that will experience flash flooding include Waialua, Haleiwa, Schofield Barracks, Wahiawa, Wheeler Field, Mililani, Waianae, Hauula, Laie, Nanakuli, Kahuku, Punaluu, Helemano Housing, Whitmore Village, Mokuleia, Waimea Valley, Waimea Bay, Pupukea, Sunset Beach and Dillingham Field, forecasters said.
“Flooding in drainages, streams, rivers, roads, properties, and other low-lying areas. Public road closures possible in some areas. Landslides are possible in steep terrain,” the warning says.
City & County of Honolulu officials warn that the severe weather is expected to occur for the next few hours.
City crews are responding to reports of ponding and flooding on roadways and in streams and outlets, they said, with most reports concentrated on the North Shore.
“There are numerous road closures in the area. Avoid non-essential travel, especially in areas that are likely to experience flooding,” officials said in a news release. “Do not attempt to walk, swim, or drive through flowing or rising water. Floodwaters can rise rapidly. Just 1 foot of moving water can sweep away a vehicle. If your vehicle is caught in rapidly moving water, stay inside. If water begins to rise inside the vehicle, get on the roof.”
Just before 11 a.m., they said no evacuations have been ordered so far. But, they urge those who live in an area that has flooded previously to be prepared to leave if conditions worsen. “Leave if you feel unsafe, do not wait for official instructions.”
Shelters are open across Oahu for those needing a safe place to go. Go to p.veoci.com/hnlshelter for locations and more information.
City officials also urge the public to call 911 only for life-threatening emergencies. “Do not call 911 for general information or updates,” they said.
The Honolulu Department of Environmental Service closed the Waimanalo Gulch Sanitary Landfill today due to the weather. Regular curbside refuse collection will continue as scheduled, DES officials said.
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10:45 a.m.
The flood advisory for Kauai has expired, but Oahu remains under both flood and wind advisories.
The Oahu flood advisory is in effect until 11:30 a.m., while the wind advisory, which calls for south winds of 20 to 35 mph and gusts up to 55 mph in in effect until 6 p.m.
The wind advisory covers Central Oahu, Koolau Leeward, Koolau Windward, Oahu’s North Shore, Olomana and the Waianae mountains.
The entire state is under a flood watch through this afternoon as the low pressure system moving east over Maui County and the Big Island.
9 a.m.
The National Weather Service has issued a flood advisory for Oahu until 11:30 a.m. as heavy showers move over the island.
”At 8:30 a.m., radar indicated heavy rain moving into Oahu’s North Shore and leeward side from the west. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour within the heavier showers,” the advisory says. “Moderate to heavy rain is expected to spread across the remaining portions of the island in the next few hours as the band of heavy showers moves eastward.”
Forecasters advise the public to stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low-lying areas prone to flooding.
Kauai remains under a flood advisory until 9:45 a.m., and the entire state is under a flood watch through this afternoon.
The state Department of Health this morning issued a brown water advisory for Oahu, urging the public to stay out of waters that appear brown or murky, especially following storms or heavy rain. Health officials recommend staying of these affected waters for 48 to 72 hours after the rain has stopped and after the beach has received full sunshine. The department also advises the public to avoid swimming, wading in, or drinking water from any freshwater streams or pond to prevent leptospirosis, a bacterial infection caused by the Leptospira bacteria.
PREVIOUS COVERAGE:
Hawaii’s third major rain storm in less than a month is drenching the state, with Oahu and Molokai expected to be the next islands to feel the brunt of the low-pressure system.
Kauai, which was under a flash flood warning for much of Thursday, is seeing the rains ease but is still under a flood advisory until 9:45 a.m. today. Rainfall amounts on the Garden Isle varied greatly, with Lihue getting 2.5 inches and Mount Waialeale getting nearly 16 inches in the 24-hour period ending at 4 a.m., according to the National Weather Service.
The storm is expected to move east today and the entire state is under a flood watch through this afternoon. The threat of heavy rain and flooding has led the state and City & County of Honolulu to close most government offices on Oahu, as well as all public schools and University of Hawaii campuses on the island.
Thursday’s high wind warning has been downgraded to a wind advisory until 6 p.m. for Oahu, with NWS forecasting south winds 20 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph for Central Oahu, Koolau Leeward, Koolau Windward, Oahu North Shore, Olomana and the Waianae mountains.
“Winds this strong can tear off shingles, knock down tree branches, blow away tents and awnings and make it difficult to steer, especially for drivers of high profile vehicles,” forecasters said.
Ahead of the storm, city officials opened six emergency shelters on Oahu on Wednesday and Thursday. They said, as of this morning, at least 66 people have sought refuge at the shelters between Thursday and today.
The opened, pet-friendly shelters are at:
>> Wahiawa District Park
>> Manoa Valley District Park
>> Waianae District Park
>> Kaneohe District Park
>> Nanakuli High & Intermediate
>> Kahuku Elementary
City officials stressed that there are currently no evacuation orders in place for any Oahu communities, but residents are strongly encouraged to monitor conditions closely and seek shelter early if they feel unsafe. Those who use the shelters should bring essential items, including food, water, medications and pet supplies.
The current storm comes on the heels of two Kona-low systems in March that caused an estimated over $1 billion in damage to the state. The Trump administration on Wednesday said they would issue a federal disaster declaration for the state, which will help provide resources and funding for recovery efforts.
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