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local1 day ago•3 min saved

Oahu shuts non-essential offices as storm threat looms

With heavy rain and gusty winds forecast, Hawaii officials ordered all non-essential state and city offices closed on Friday to prioritize safety, while emergency personnel continue to work and hearings are postponed. Emergency shelters will open (pet-friendly), public facilities like parks and zoos close, and residents are urged to stay home, prepare for possible power outages, and monitor alerts as transportation disruptions may occur. The Legislature will maintain operations.

via Hawaii News Now|

#closures #emergency-management #local

crime2 days ago•1 min saved

Hawaii doctor found guilty of attempted manslaughter in wife’s birthday hike

A Maui anesthesiologist was found guilty of attempted manslaughter for an alleged birthday-hike attack on Oahu, where prosecutors say he pushed his wife toward a cliff, stabbed her with a syringe, and beat her with a rock; the jury spared the more serious attempted murder charge. He faces up to 20 years and will be sentenced August 13, with plans to appeal.

via BBC|

#attemptedmanslaughter #crime #hawaii

weather18 days ago•3 min saved

Hawaii Hit by Worst Floods in 20 Years, Homes Left in Mud as Recovery Begins

Hawaii endured its worst flooding in two decades as up to four feet of rain drenched O’ahu and Maui, triggering evacuations, rescues, and extensive damage. National Guard crews helped stranded residents while thousands lost power; officials warn damages could top $1 billion, affecting airports, schools, roads, homes and a Maui hospital. Gov. Josh Green says federal aid is on the way as communities begin cleanup, with notable displacement including actor Jason Momoa, underscoring the broad human impact of a disaster revisiting a state already reeling from Maui’s recent wildfires.

via CBS News|

#disaster-relief #flooding #hawaii

entertainment19 days ago•5 min saved

Momoa Fleeing Oahu Home as Hawaii Battles Record Flooding

Jason Momoa evacuated his North Shore Oahu home with his family as Hawaii faced historic floods; more than 5,500 people were ordered to evacuate, officials warned damages could top $1 billion, and Momoa with girlfriend Adria Arjona helped by distributing meals to displaced locals.

via Fox News|

#disaster-relief #entertainment #evacuation

entertainment19 days ago•15 min saved

Momoa Evacuates Hawaii Floods, Urges North Shore Relief

Jason Momoa and his family evacuated O’ahu’s North Shore as Hawaii faced its worst floods in two decades; authorities reported hundreds rescued and dam threats looming, while Momoa urged relief efforts, canceled a local event, and called for donations to help those affected.

via Deadline|

#entertainment #hawaii-floods #jason-momoa

local19 days ago•6 min saved

Oahu Evacuations as Wahiawa Dam Nears Failure Amid Hawaii Floods

Severe rains pound Hawaii, triggering widespread flooding and prompting evacuation of about 4,000 residents near Oahu's Wahiawa Dam, which authorities say is at imminent risk of failure as floodwaters wash out roads in Waialua and other areas.

via USA Today|

#evacuation #flooding #hawaii

weather21 days ago•4 min saved

Hawaii Faces Record Flooding as Aging Wahiawa Dam Looms

Hawaii’s Oahu experienced its worst floods in more than 20 years after Kona-low rains drenched saturated ground, forcing evacuations for about 5,500 people and raising fears the Wahiawa dam could fail. Gov. Josh Green estimated damages could exceed $1 billion, with impacts to airports, roads, schools, homes and a Maui hospital as more rain was forecast. The aging dam, built in 1906 and deemed high-hazard, remains a focal point even as talks to transfer ownership from Dole to the state continue; no deaths were reported, though several people were hospitalized with hypothermia and many structures were damaged.

via CNBC|

#dam-safety #evacuations #flooding

weather21 days ago•1 min saved

Oahu Evacuations as Wahiawa Dam Nears Failure Under Heavy Rain

Heavy overnight rainfall pushed the Wahiawa Reservoir on Oahu to critically high levels, prompting emergency officials to order evacuations near the dam as it neared imminent failure. Floodwaters have cut road access and the National Weather Service warned of widespread flooding, though water levels later receded somewhat and authorities continued monitoring.

via The New York Times|

#evacuations #flood #hawaii

us-news21 days ago•4 min saved

Oahu Evacuations Triggered as Wahiawa Dam Faces Potential Failure

Two powerful storms drenched Hawaii, pushing Wahiawa Dam on Oahu toward potential failure from overtopping and prompting evacuation orders for Waialua and Haleiwa, affecting about 4,000 residents. The 1906, 9,200-acre-foot earthen dam, owned by Dole and forming Lake Wilson, has a spillway that could be overwhelmed in a major flood. Officials say the risk is evolving, with flood watches in effect and more rain expected; Governor Josh Green urged residents to evacuate as state offices closed except emergency management.

via NBC News|

#dam #evacuation #floods

weather21 days ago•4 min saved

Oahu Evacuations Grow as Wahiawa Dam Faces Possible Failure in Flooding

Heavy rains on Oahu prompted evacuation orders for more than 4,000 residents as officials warned the 120-year-old Wahiawa Dam could fail, triggering flash floods, rescues, and shelter relocations; the Hawaii National Guard was activated and some areas saw 8–12 inches of rain in a single night.

via ABC7 Los Angeles|

#dam #evacuations #flooding

us-news21 days ago•3 min saved

Oahu Evacuations Escalate as Wahiawa Dam Threatens Breach Amid Flooding

Severe flash floods on Oahu prompted evacuation warnings after water began spilling over the Wahiawa dam's spillway, with authorities warning the dam could fail. More than 4,000 residents were ordered to move downstream, shelters were evacuated, and the Hawaii National Guard was activated as rains continued and more is forecast.

via The Guardian|

#evacuation #flash-floods #hawaii

weather21 days ago•1 min saved

Wahiawa Dam Threat Triggers Oahu Evacuations and Flash Flood Warning

A flash flood warning is in effect for Oahu after reports of an imminent Wahiawa Dam failure, prompting evacuations downstream toward Haleiwa and Waialua. Residents were urged to move to higher ground, avoid floodwaters and flooded roads, and be prepared for possible extension of the warning if flooding continues.

via Hawaii News Now|

#evacuation #flash-flood #hawaii

local27 days ago•5 min saved

Stormy weather slows HECO power restoration across Oahu, Maui and Hawaii Island

HECO says severe storms across Oahu, Maui County, and Hawaii Island are delaying power restoration, with roughly 114,000 customers still without power as crews repair damaged transmission lines, downed trees, and flooding; about 186,000 had already been re-energized by 5 p.m., and officials warn outages could last hours to days as terrain and safety concerns complicate repairs.

via Hawaii News Now|

#hawaiian-electric #local #maui

health10 months ago•2 min saved

Zika Virus Returns to Popular U.S. Tourist Spot After Six Years

The Hawaii Department of Health has confirmed a case of Zika virus on Oahu, the first since 2019, prompting warnings for residents and visitors to use insect repellent and eliminate standing water to prevent mosquito bites, especially due to the virus's danger to pregnant women and its potential to cause severe fetal conditions.

via AOL.com|

#hawaii #health #mosquito

health10 months ago•4 min saved

Hawaii Issues Zika Guidance After Oahu Case

Hawaii health officials confirmed a travel-related Zika case on Oahu's North Shore, prompting warnings for visitors to take mosquito bite prevention measures. Although no local transmission has occurred, the case highlights the importance of precautions, especially for pregnant women, to prevent potential spread. Visitors are advised to use insect repellent, wear protective clothing, and eliminate standing water to reduce risk. The state continues active mosquito control efforts, and travelers are encouraged to stay informed and vigilant during their visit.

via Beat of Hawaii|

#hawaii #health #mosquito