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Flood Watch in effect for Honolulu through Monday with heavy showers and gusty northeast winds. Expect localized flooding and travel delays.
HNL Alert issued a Flood Watch for Oʻahu as heavy rain moves in. Officials warn flash flooding is possible in low‑lying areas.
A new review led by UH Mānoa finds island land‑snail extinctions commonly run 30–80%, with Hawaiʻi’s native snails among the hardest hit.
Mostly clear this morning, but a front will bring rain and stronger winds by Friday night. Surf and small-boat advisories are in effect through the weekend.
Sunny and warm today; a strong cold front late Friday, February 6 could bring heavy rain, gusts to 35 mph and coastal flooding.
Dr. Kealoha Fox is steering Honolulu’s resilience office toward heat relief, food security and youth outreach with community-focused programs and public engagement.
Warning-level surf and a coastal flood statement are in effect through midweek; inland Honolulu will be warm and mostly sunny with highs near 81°F.
Coastal Flood Statement through Monday morning; expect minor beach flooding at peak tides and gusty southwest winds into Monday.
State regulators hit Hawaiian Dredging with a $390,000 penalty and ordered erosion controls after soil and vegetation washed into two Hanapepe gulches.
High surf and elevated tides could bring minor coastal flooding through Monday. Scattered showers and breezy conditions may make beaches and roads hazardous.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu forecasts light winds and showers, with a weak front expected by Thursday night to increase showers across Hawaii.
A magnitude-4.1 quake rattled Mauna Loa’s southeastern flank late Monday; Hawaii EMA says no tsunami is expected and no damage has been reported.
An emaciated 40‑foot humpback nicknamed Palette was found off Lahaina with deep entanglement wounds. NOAA and sanctuary teams are urging mariners to slow down and report sightings.
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