HONOLULU — The City and County of Honolulu is urging residents and visitors to remain vigilant as a severe weather system continues to impact Oʻahu, bringing the potential for heavy rain, damaging winds, and flooding across the island.
Weather Forecast
According to the National Weather Service, a deepening low-pressure system west of the state will bring increasingly unstable weather conditions through the remainder of the week. The system is expected to draw up tropical moisture, resulting in periods of heavy rainfall, thunderstorms, and an elevated risk of flooding.
The heaviest rainfall is currently forecast from late Thursday night through Friday as a frontal boundary intensifies just west of Oʻahu. While a brief break in the weather is possible on Saturday, additional rounds of rain and unsettled conditions may continue into next week.
A Flood Watch remains in effect for Oʻahu through 6 p.m. on Friday, April 10.
High Wind Warning in Effect
The National Weather Service has also issued a High Wind Warning for Oʻahu from 6 a.m. Thursday, April 9 through 6 a.m. Friday, April 10.
South winds of 20 to 30 miles per hour with gusts up to 60 miles per hour are expected, particularly across Central Oʻahu, the North Shore, and higher elevations.
These conditions may result in downed trees, power outages, and damage to structures. Residents are advised to secure loose outdoor items and prepare for possible disruptions.
Emergency Shelters Open
The City has opened multiple emergency shelters to provide safe refuge for those who may feel unsafe in their homes.
The following shelters opened are:
- Wahiawā District Park
- Mānoa Valley District Park
- Wai‘anae District Park
- Kāne‘ohe District Park
There are currently no evacuation orders in place. However, residents are strongly encouraged to monitor conditions closely and seek shelter early if they feel unsafe.
Shelters are open to both residents and visitors and are pet-friendly. Individuals are encouraged to bring essential items, including food, water, medications, and pet supplies.
Shelters are operated in partnership with the American Red Cross and houseless outreach providers, and are coordinated through Partners In Care.
For the latest shelter information and updates, visit: p.veoci.com/hnlshelter.
Community Assistance Center Operations Update
As a precaution ahead of the incoming weather, the Waialua Community Assistance Center (CAC) and Distribution Hub will temporarily pause operations on Saturday, April 11, and Sunday, April 12. Services are expected to resume on Monday, April 13, weather permitting.
The CAC has been operating since March 26 to support residents impacted by recent flooding, offering medical care, replacement of vital documents, housing assistance, case management, and other recovery services.
On its most recent full day of operations, the CAC assisted 55 households. In total, more than 1,200 households have received support since the center opened, highlighting the ongoing recovery needs across affected communities.
Stay Informed
The City encourages everyone to stay informed and prepared:
- Sign up for HNL Alert at hnlalert.gov
- Follow official City social media channels
- Avoid flooded roadways and do not attempt to drive through standing water
- Call 911 for emergencies
Additional updates will be provided as conditions evolve.
For more information on storm preps and recovery, visit oneoahu.org
