Makawao, HI Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the

* Flash Flood Warning for...
The island of Maui in Maui County

* Until 1100 PM HST.

* At 753 PM HST, radar indicated heavy rain over the island of Maui.
Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 2 inches per hour. The heaviest
rain is falling over the south-facing slopes of West Maui and
Mount Haleakala from Kaanapali to Kihei to Makena to Kipahulu.
Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.

SOURCE...Radar.

IMPACT...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.

* Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Kahului, Kihei, Lahaina, Kula, Pukalani, Makawao, Keokea,
Haliimaile, Paia, Puunene, Haiku-Pauwela, Wailea, Pauwela,
Maalaea, Huelo, Ulupalakua, Makena, Waikapu, Wailuku and Waiehu.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even
if they are currently dry.

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This warning may need to be extended beyond 1100 PM HST if flooding;
persists.;


FLASH FLOOD...RADAR INDICATED

...FLASH FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM HST THIS EVENING
FOR THE ISLAND OF MOLOKAI IN MAUI COUNTY...

At 731 PM HST, the Kawela Gulch stream gauge remains elevated and at
a level that has been known to close Kamehameha Highway at the
Kamalo Dip between mile markers 10 and 11. Flooding is occurring and
may affect other nearby drainages as well.

HAZARD...Flash flooding caused by heavy rain.

SOURCE...Stream Gauges.

IMPACT...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.

Some locations that will experience flash flooding include...
Kaunakakai, Kualapuu, Hoolehua, Kalaupapa National Park, Kawela,
Kamalo, Maunaloa, Ualapue, Kepuhi, Pukoo, Halawa Valley and
Molokai Airport.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even
if they are currently dry.

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FLASH FLOOD...GAUGE INDICATED

...GALE WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST SUNDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 kt with higher gusts and seas
13 to 18 feet.

* WHERE...Oahu Windward Waters, Kaiwi Channel, Maui County
Windward Waters, Maui County Leeward Waters, Maalaea Bay and
Pailolo Channel.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could
capsize or damage vessels.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or
occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires
experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly
recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe
harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions.

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...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 AM HST SUNDAY KAUAI
COUNTY, OAHU, MAUI COUNTY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph Kauai
County, Oahu, Maui County.

* WHERE...Island wide strong gusty winds are possible, but areas
most at risk are communities north and east of steep mountains.

* WHEN...Until 6 AM HST Sunday.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds may blow down trees and power lines and
damage roofs. Power outages are possible. Travel will be
difficult, especially for high profile vehicles.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Strong winds may lead to property damage. Hazardous driving
conditions due to powerful cross winds will pose a serious risk for
drivers, especially for light weight and high profile vehicles.
Loose outdoor items should be brought inside or secured properly.

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* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.

* WHERE...Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe.

* WHEN...Through late Sunday night.

* IMPACTS...Significant flooding may occur due to the overflow of
streams and drainages. Roads in several areas may be closed, along
with property damage in urban or low lying spots due to runoff.
Landslides may also occur in areas with steep terrain.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Considerable flash flooding is possible as a large and
powerful kona storm northwest of the state draws deep
tropical moisture across the islands. Persistent bands of
heavy rain and thunderstorms may produce intense rainfall
rates, leading to rapid rises in streams and flooding of
roads and low lying areas.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

You should monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action
should Flash Flood Warnings be issued.

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