Hana, HI Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...FLOOD ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1030 AM HST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...The island of Maui in Maui County.

* WHEN...Until 1030 AM HST.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding on roads, poor drainage areas, and in
streams. Water over roadways.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 919 AM HST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain over the island
of Maui. Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly
in the advisory area. Rain was falling at a rate of 0.5 to 1 inch
per hour.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
The island of Maui.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low lying areas prone to
flooding.

A Flood Watch remains in effect.

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...FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1145 AM HST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...The island of Lanai in Maui County...

* WHEN...Until 1145 AM HST.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding on roads, poor drainage areas, and in
streams.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 822 AM HST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain over Lanai.
Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the
advisory area. Rain was falling at a rate of 1 to 1.5 inches per
hour.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
The island of Lanai.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low lying areas prone to
flooding.

A Flood Watch is also in effect for Lanai through today.

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...FLOOD ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 1130 AM HST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...The island of Molokai in Maui County...

* WHEN...Until 1130 AM HST.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding on roads, poor drainage areas, and in
streams. River or stream flows are elevated.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 820 AM HST, Doppler radar indicated heavy rain over Molokai.
Minor flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly in the
advisory area. Rain was falling at a rate of 0.5 to 1.5 inches
per hour.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
The island of Molokai.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low lying areas prone to
flooding.

A Flood Watch is also in effect for Molokai through today.

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...TROPICAL STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT...

* WHAT...East winds 30 to 40 kt with gusts up to 55 kt and seas
10 to 15 feet.

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

* WHEN...Tropical Storm force winds possible through the day.

* IMPACTS...Very strong winds will cause hazardous seas which
could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Mariners should alter plans to avoid these hazardous conditions.
Remain in port, seek safe harbor, alter course, and/or secure the
vessel for severe conditions.

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This product covers the Hawaiian islands

**HEAVY RAINFALL AND GUSTY WINDS SPREADING OVER OAHU AND KAUAI**

NEW INFORMATION
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* CHANGES TO WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
- The Tropical Storm Warning has been cancelled for Big Island
East, Big Island Interior, Big Island North, Big Island South,
Big Island Southeast, Big Island Summits, Kohala, and Kona

* CURRENT WATCHES AND WARNINGS:
- A Tropical Storm Warning is in effect for Central Oahu, East
Honolulu, Ewa Plain, Haleakala Summit, Honolulu Metro,
Kahoolawe, Kauai East, Kauai Mountains, Kauai North, Kauai
South, Kauai Southwest, Kipahulu, Koolau Leeward, Koolau
Windward, Lanai Leeward, Lanai Mauka, Lanai South, Lanai
Windward, Maui Central Valley North, Maui Central Valley South,
Maui Leeward West, Maui Windward West, Molokai Leeward South,
Molokai North, Molokai Southeast, Molokai West, Molokai
Windward, Niihau, Oahu North Shore, Olomana, South Haleakala,
South Maui/Upcountry, Waianae Coast, Waianae Mountains, and
Windward Haleakala

* STORM INFORMATION:
- About 70 miles southwest of Honolulu
- 20.7N 158.8W
- Storm Intensity 65 mph
- Movement Northwest or 305 degrees at 14 mph

SITUATION OVERVIEW
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Tropical Storm Lala continues to bring damaging winds, heavy rainfall
leading to flash flooding, and high surf to portions of the state.
Heavy rain associated with the tropical storm has spread into Oahu and
is expected to reach Kauai later this morning. Rain rates have
decreased across the Big Island. The center of Tropical Storm Lala is
now located south of Oahu and will continue generally westward as it
tracks south of the island chain today. Tropical Storm Warnings remain
in effect for Maui County, Oahu, Kauai County and surrounding coastal
waters. The Tropical Storm Warning for the Big Island and surrounding
waters has been canceled. Even though the Tropical Storm Warning for
the Big Island has been canceled, winds will remain elevated over the
summits for the next several hours. Impacts can extend well beyond the
center of the tropical storm, so do not focus on the exact forecast
track or intensity of Lala.

Over the past 3 hours the heaviest rainfall associated with Tropical
Storm Lala occurred over the islands of Lanai and Molokai and is now
impacting Oahu. For the Big Island and Maui, rainfall rates have
generally decreased to one inch per hour or less but saturated soil
from receiving 15 to 35 inches over the last 24 hours will keep the
flood threat elevated. The threat for flooding will spread to Kauai
and Niihau this morning. Heavy rainfall may persist into Monday for
some areas, mainly over the western end of the island chain. Lala is
expected to produce additional rainfall totals of 2 to 4 inches across
the Big Island with 4 to 6 additional inches of rain for the smaller
islands. Locally higher amounts are possible. While the highest
rainfall amounts will be focused over windward areas and higher
terrain, leeward areas will also have a significant flood risk.

Sustained winds are generally 30 to 40 mph, with isolated mountain and
downslope locations, particularly on Molokai and Oahu, experiencing
gusts of 60 to 75 mph. Tropical storm conditions, with sustained winds
over 39 mph, are still expected across the state through this evening.
It is very important to note that the mountainous terrain of the
islands will likely produce localized areas of highly enhanced and
damaging winds, even well away from the tropical cyclone center.

East swell generated by Lala will remain elevated this morning,
decreasing from east to west this afternoon and evening. Some increase
in surf is also possible along exposed south-facing shores today
between Maui and Kauai as Lala continues westward. Significant beach
erosion and overwash are still possible across vulnerable coastal
infrastructure.


POTENTIAL IMPACTS
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* WIND:
Potential impacts from the main wind event are now unfolding across
Maui County, Oahu, and Kauai. Remain well sheltered from dangerous
wind having additional significant impacts. If realized, these
impacts include:
- Some damage to roofing and siding materials, along with damage
to porches, awnings, carports, and sheds. A few buildings
experiencing window, door, and garage door failures. Mobile
homes damaged, especially if unanchored. Unsecured lightweight
objects become dangerous projectiles.
- Several large trees snapped or uprooted, but with greater
numbers in places where trees are shallow rooted. Several
fences and roadway signs blown over.
- Some roads impassable from large debris, and more within urban
or heavily wooded places. A few bridges, causeways, and access
routes impassable.
- Scattered power and communications outages, but more prevalent
in areas with above ground lines.

Potential impacts from the main wind event are also now unfolding
across the Big Island. Remain well sheltered from hazardous wind
having additional limited impacts.

* SURGE:
Potential impacts from the main surge event are now unfolding across
Oahu and Kauai. Remain well away from locally hazardous surge having
possible limited impacts. If realized, these impacts include:
- Localized inundation with storm surge flooding mainly along
immediate shorelines and in low-lying spots, or in areas
farther inland near where higher surge waters move ashore.
- Sections of near-shore roads and parking lots become overspread
with surge water. Driving conditions dangerous in places where
surge water covers the road.
- Moderate beach erosion. Heavy surf also breaching dunes, mainly
in usually vulnerable locations. Strong rip currents.
- Minor to locally moderate damage to marinas, docks, boardwalks,
and piers. A few small craft broken away from moorings.

Elsewhere across the Hawaiian islands, little to no impact is
anticipated.

* FLOODING RAIN:
Potential impacts from the flooding rain are still unfolding across
the Big Island of Hawaii, Maui County, and Oahu. Remain well guarded
against dangerous flood waters having additional significant impacts.
If realized, these impacts include:
- Moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations and
rescues.
- Rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with swifter
currents and overspill their banks in a few places, especially
in usually vulnerable spots. Small streams, creeks, canals,
arroyos, and ditches overflow.
- Flood waters can enter some structures or weaken foundations.
Several places may experience expanded areas of rapid
inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and poor drainage
areas. Some streets and parking lots take on moving water as
storm drains and retention ponds overflow. Driving conditions
become hazardous. Some road and bridge closures.

Potential impacts from the flooding rain are still unfolding across
the rest of the state. Remain well guarded against locally hazardous
flood waters having additional limited impacts.

* TORNADOES:
Potential impacts from tornadoes are still unfolding across Maui
County, Oahu, and Kauai. Remain well braced against a tornado event
having possible limited impacts. If realized, these impacts include:
- The occurrence of isolated tornadoes can hinder the execution
of emergency plans during tropical events.
- A few places may experience tornado damage, along with power
and communications disruptions.
- Locations could realize roofs peeled off buildings, chimneys
toppled, mobile homes pushed off foundations or overturned,
large tree tops and branches snapped off, shallow-rooted trees
knocked over, moving vehicles blown off roads, and small boats
pulled from moorings.

Elsewhere across the Hawaiian islands, little to no impact is
anticipated.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
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* EVACUATIONS:
Follow the advice of local officials

* OTHER PREPAREDNESS INFORMATION:
Now is the time to stay inside and away from windows. Listen for
updates and be ready in case you lose electrical power. Keep a
battery-powered radio, charged cell phone and flashlight handy.

During the peak of the storm be ready to move quickly. Keep your
shoes on and rain gear handy. Boots and athletic shoes offer the best
foot protection if you become unexpectedly exposed to the weather.

Keep your cell phone charged and in power-saving mode. If you lose
power, use it sparingly and mainly for personal emergencies and
check-ins.

Do not be a thrill seeker or risk your life for senseless photos or
videos.

Quickly move to the safest place within your shelter if it begins to
fail, preferably an interior room on the lowest floor as long as
flooding is not a concern.

If you are prone to flooding, be prepared for the possibility of a
quick and dramatic rise in water levels.

* ADDITIONAL SOURCES OF INFORMATION:
- For information on appropriate preparations see ready.gov
- For information on creating an emergency plan see getagameplan.org
- For additional disaster preparedness information see redcross.org

NEXT UPDATE
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The next local statement will be issued by the National Weather
Service in Honolulu HI around 11 AM HST, or sooner if conditions
warrant.

...TROPICAL STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT...

* LOCATIONS AFFECTED
- Haiku
- Hana
- Kipahulu

* WIND
- LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Below tropical storm force wind
- Peak Wind Forecast: 20-30 mph with gusts to 40 mph

- THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for wind 39
to 57 mph
- The wind threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
- PLAN: Plan for hazardous wind of equivalent tropical storm
force.
- PREPARE: Last minute efforts to protect property should now
be complete. The area remains subject to limited wind
damage.
- ACT: Now is the time to shelter from hazardous wind.

- POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Unfolding
- Potential impacts from the main wind event are unfolding.

* STORM SURGE
- No storm surge inundation forecast

- THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Little to no storm
surge flooding
- The storm surge threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
- PLAN: The threat from storm surge is diminishing as flood
waters recede.
- PREPARE: Heed instructions from local officials when moving
about. Do not enter flooded areas.
- ACT: Exercise safety.

- REALIZED IMPACTS: Being Assessed
- Little to no additional surge impacts expected. Community
officials are now assessing the extent of actual surge
impacts accordingly.

* FLOODING RAIN
- LATEST LOCAL FORECAST: Flood Watch is in effect
- Peak Rainfall Amounts: Additional 2-4 inches, with locally
higher amounts

- THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for
moderate flooding rain
- The flooding rain threat has remained nearly steady from
the previous assessment.
- PLAN: Emergency plans should include the potential for
moderate flooding from heavy rain. Evacuations and rescues
are possible.
- PREPARE: Consider protective actions if you are in an area
vulnerable to flooding.
- ACT: Heed any flood watches and warnings. Failure to take
action may result in serious injury or loss of life.

- POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Significant
- Moderate rainfall flooding may prompt several evacuations
and rescues.
- Rivers and tributaries may quickly become swollen with
swifter currents and overspill their banks in a few places,
especially in usually vulnerable spots. Small streams,
creeks, canals, arroyos, and ditches overflow.
- Flood waters can enter some structures or weaken
foundations. Several places may experience expanded areas
of rapid inundation at underpasses, low-lying spots, and
poor drainage areas. Some streets and parking lots take on
moving water as storm drains and retention ponds overflow.
Driving conditions become hazardous. Some road and bridge
closures.

* TORNADO
- LATEST LOCAL FORECAST:
- Situation is somewhat favorable for tornadoes

- THREAT TO LIFE AND PROPERTY THAT INCLUDES TYPICAL FORECAST
UNCERTAINTY IN TRACK, SIZE AND INTENSITY: Potential for a few
tornadoes
- The tornado threat has remained nearly steady from the
previous assessment.
- PLAN: Emergency plans should continue to include possible
tornadoes.
- PREPARE: Stay within your shelter keeping informed of the
latest tornado situation.
- ACT: Move quickly to the safest place within your shelter
if a tornado warning is issued.

- POTENTIAL IMPACTS: Limited
- The occurrence of isolated tornadoes can hinder the
execution of emergency plans during tropical events.
- A few places may experience tornado damage, along with
power and communications disruptions.
- Locations could realize roofs peeled off buildings,
chimneys toppled, mobile homes pushed off foundations or
overturned, large tree tops and branches snapped off,
shallow-rooted trees knocked over, moving vehicles blown
off roads, and small boats pulled from moorings.

* FOR MORE INFORMATION:
- https://www.weather.gov/hfo

...FLOOD WATCH NOW IN EFFECT THROUGH THIS AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall will be
possible.

* WHERE...The Big Island and Maui.

* WHEN...Through this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Flood prone roads and other low lying areas may be closed
due to elevated runoff and overflowing streams. Urban areas may
receive more significant flooding and property damage due to rapid
runoff.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- Although Tropical Storm Lala has moved west of the islands,
trailing rain bands could bring additional heavy rain to the Big
Island and Maui County through this afternoon. Torrential
rainfall over the past 24 hours has created saturated grounds. It
will not take a significant amount of rain to produce additional
flash flooding.


PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

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...HIGH SURF ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 2 PM HST THIS AFTERNOON...
...HIGH SURF WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Surf heights between 10 to 14 feet.

* WHERE...Eastern shores of Big Island, Maui, Molokai and Oahu.

* WHEN...Until 2 PM HST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Moderate. Strong breaking waves and strong currents
will make swimming dangerous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Heed all advice from ocean safety officials. When in doubt, don't
go out.

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