Hawaii's Worst Flooding in 20 Years

0:00On March 23rd, Hawaii just endured its worst flooding in more than 20 years, leaving over 2,000 people without power Sunday afternoon. Heavy downpours hammered the islands, soaking already saturated soil, and sparking widespread damage estimated at $1 billion. The rains built on a winter storm from a week earlier, sweeping away homes and vehicles in some spots. Officials ordered evacuations for 5,500 residents north of Honolulu, but lifted them soon after. Rescuers pulled more than 200 people from rising floodwaters. No deaths were reported, a relief amid the chaos. A boilwater noticed state in effect for North Shore communities from Mokulea to Turtle Bay, and folks were urged to report property losses. Governor Josh Green highlighted hits to roads, schools, airports, homes, and even a hospital on Maui. The heaviest storms have passed, shifting to scattered showers across Oahu, Maui County, and the Big Island. Forecasters expect less than 5 inches on the Big Island, and 1 to 2 inches elsewhere,

1:04with northeast winds staring rain toward Greener more. Absorb in areas. Crews keep a close eye on the 120-year-old Wahiyawa Dam. The water levels have dropped enough to ease major fears. Isolated flooding remains possible, but drier march weather should settle in by Wednesday, as the moisture finally moves on.