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News in English (USA) / 12.04.2026 / 16:00

Hawaii Faces Severe Weather Challenges with Multiple Storms and Flood Risks

Hawaii is grappling with an unprecedented weather crisis, marked by storms not seen in a millennium, triggering flash flood warnings and extensive evacuations. Residents of Otake Camp were ordered to evacuate as heavy rainfall raises concerns across the islands. The city is responding by closing non-essential offices and schools, while more than 300 National Guard troops have been activated to assist with emergency preparations. The ongoing severe weather has prompted a Flood Watch that is expected to last into the upcoming weekend, with officials urging communities to stay vigilant as the state braces for further torrential rain. Efforts to clear waterways and readiness measures are in place as the islands combat waves of rainfall that threaten to exacerbate existing flood risks.
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