Hawaii Prepares for Four Months' Worth of Rain in Just One Week

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Hawaii is bracing for a perilous week of weather as a strong Kona low draws in significant tropical moisture across the islands. Meteorologists caution that Kauai, Oahu, and certain parts of Maui might experience rainfall equivalent to four months in merely a few days, posing serious threats of flash flooding, road closures, and landslides.  Experts indicate that some regions could receive over a foot of rain, with Honolulu alone anticipating more than 7 inches. Flood watches are currently in effect throughout the state, and residents are advised to remain vigilant as conditions deteriorate swiftly.  Stay informed. Stay safe. Avoid driving through floodwaters.

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00:00Imagine waking up to four months of rain, falling in just one week.

00:03That's what Hawaii is bracing for right now.

00:06A powerful kona low is dragging deep tropical moisture over the islands.

00:10And meteorologists warn this could trigger dangerous flash flooding across the state.

00:15The western islands will be hit the hardest.

00:18Kauai, Wahoo, and areas west of Maui.

00:21These regions could see up to a foot of rain.

00:24Some windward slopes could get even more.

00:27Forecasters say Honolulu alone may face over seven inches.

00:30And as the storm stalls, bands of heavy rain and thunderstorms will keep hammering the same areas.

00:36Flood watches are already in effect.

00:38Roads may close.

00:40Landslides are possible.

00:41And low-lying areas could flood fast.

00:43If you're in Hawaii this week, stay alert.

00:46Follow local warnings.

00:47And remember, never drive through floodwaters.

00:50Just a few inches can sweep a car away.

00:53This is a dangerous setup.

00:55And the next few days could bring some of the most intense rainfall Hawaii has seen in years.

01:00This is a dangerous setup.

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