Weather Alert in Oahu
WEATHER ALERT: Reposting from Hawaii Emergency Management Agency "Kona Storm Update: Today, threatening bands of heavy rain and thunderstorms will continue to pass over the state, posing major risks to Oʻahu and Maui County. These dangerous rain bands may produce rainfall rates of 2 to 4 inches per hour. In addition, strengthening Kona winds could produce gusts of 30 to 45 miles per hour. On Oʻahu, evacuation orders remain in place for communities downstream of Wahiawā Dam, including Waialua and Haleʻiwa. Wahiawā Dam levels are currently stable, but a heavy rain band could quickly raise the dam’s waters to a threatening level. Info: https://member.everbridge.net/77929497231425/notif/2Y99wZ6rM On Maui, evacuation advisories apply to areas at elevated risk of flash floods, including South Maui, ʻIao, East Molokaʻi, Lahaina and East Maui. Info: https://www.mauicounty.gov/70/Emergency-Management-Agency Continue to stay alert to flash flooding and landslide hazards. Be extremely cautious near waterways and low-lying paved areas where flooding is likely and be very careful near steep slopes where landslides may happen. Call 911 if you are in danger. Stay informed of these dynamic weather threats: Sign up for mobile alerts, tune to emergency radio stations and follow government social media at www.ready.hawaii.gov/alerts Kona storm information, including shelters, orders, ways to donate and how to report storm damage, is available at www.ready.hawaii.gov Please look after your neighbors, especially kūpuna or individuals who may need help preparing, evacuating or mobilizing." Stay safe and monitor weather conditions. Tag #stolenstuffhawaii to be reposted or for visibility. Join our Facebook group: facebook.com/groups/stolenstuffhawaii #weather #alert #kona #storm #hurricane #preparedness