Flood advisory posted for Big Island
COURTESY NOAA
This color-enhanced satellite image shows rainy weather over the Hawaiian islands this morning.
UPDATE: 10 a.m.
A flood advisory has been posted through 1 p.m. today for Hawaii island.
Radar at 9:48 a.m. showed heavy rain over south and east areas of Hawaii island at rates of up to 2 inches per hour, according to the National Weather Service.
Some locations that will experience flooding include, but are not limited to, Hilo, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Glenwood, Volcano, Mountain View, Hawaiian Acres, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Keaau, Orchidlands Estates, Pahoa, Papaikou, Pepeekeo, Honomu, Wood Valley, Hakalau, Pahala, Laupahoehoe, Punaluu Beach and Ookala, weather officials said.
Residents and visitors are warned to stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low-lying areas prone to flooding.
The advisory may need to be extended if flooding persists.
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A flood watch remains in effect for the island of Maui and Hawaii island through Tuesday, with the National Weather Service warning of flash flooding risks, strong surf and hazardous conditions for small craft.
Weather officials say that heavy rainfall is expected, mostly affecting the windward areas of Maui and Hawaii island due to an influx of tropical moisture. This could lead to flash flooding in low-lying areas and urban zones resulting from elevated runoff. Residents and visitors are advised to avoid flood-prone roads and monitor local forecasts.
A high surf advisory also continues through 6 p.m. today, covering north and west-facing shores across Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai and the north-facing shores on Maui. Waves reaching 12 to 16 feet on north shores and 8 to 12 feet on west shores will create dangerous swimming conditions. Beachgoers are urged to follow guidance from ocean safety officials.
A small craft advisory is in place for Maui County’s windward waters, Maalaea Bay and channels around Hawaii island, with east winds up to 25 knots creating challenging conditions through early Tuesday morning. Mariners, particularly those in smaller vessels, are cautioned against venturing out.
Forecasters expect locally heavy rain and thunderstorms across Maui and Hawaii island through Tuesday. However, a cold front will approach the islands Wednesday, stalling and dissipating as a new high builds northward. The shift is expected to bring wetter tradewinds and breezy to windy conditions by late week.
