Honolulu, HI Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...POWERFUL KONA STORM TO IMPACT THE STATE THIS WEEK...

A powerful kona storm will begin impacting the western end of the
state as early as Tuesday, then spread across the remainder of
the smaller islands by midweek and the Big Island towards the end
of the week. While flash flooding remains a major concern (see
the Flood Watch for additional details), confidence is increasing
that strong to severe thunderstorms may develop Wednesday into the
weekend. Damaging winds will likely be the primary hazard with
these storms, though large hail cannot be ruled out.

In addition to the heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorm threat,
strong and potentially damaging kona winds are possible late in
the week and into the weekend.

* WHAT...Flash flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be
possible.

* WHERE...Oahu.

* WHEN...From Tuesday evening through Saturday afternoon.

* 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 this week beginning
Tuesday evening as a powerful kona low develops northwest of
the state and 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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