A flash flood warning is in effect for the Big Island

UPDATE: 2 p.m

A flash flood warning is in effect for the island of Hawaii until 5:00 p.m. today.

According to the National Weather Service, radar showed heavy rain over Kau, Puna and southern Hilo at 1:34 p.m. at a rate of up to 4 inches per hour.

The Honolii Stream and Wailuku River continue to rise. Flash flooding is ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

Flooding is likely in drains, streams, rivers, roads, properties and other low-lying areas, weather officials said. Public road closures are possible in some cases. Landslides are possible in steep terrain.

Locations that will experience flash flooding include Hilo, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Glenwood, Volcano, Mountain View, Hawaiian Acres, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Keaau, Orchidlands Estates, Pahoa, Papaikou, Pepeekeo, Honomu, Wood Valley, Hakalau, Pahala, Laupahoehoe, Punaluu Beach and Ookala.

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A flood warning has been issued for the island of Hawaii until 1:00 p.m. today.

According to the National Weather Service, at 9:48 a.m. radar indicated heavy rain over the southern and eastern areas of the island of Hawaii, with rates of up to 2 inches per hour.

Locations that will experience flooding include Hilo, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Glenwood, Volcano, Mountain View, Hawaiian Acres, Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Keaau, Orchidlands Estates, Pahoa, Papaikou, Pepeekeo, Honomu and Wood, among others Valley, Hakalau, Pahala, Laupahoehoe, Punaluu Beach and Ookala, weather officials said.

Residents and visitors are warned to stay away from streams, drainage ditches and low lying areas at risk of flooding.

The warning may need to be extended if flooding continues.

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A flood warning remains in effect for the islands of Maui and Hawaii until Tuesday. The National Weather Service warns of the risk of flash flooding, heavy surf and dangerous conditions for small boats.

Weather officials say heavy rainfall is expected, primarily affecting windward areas of Maui and Hawaii Island due to the influx of tropical moisture. This could lead to flash flooding in low lying areas and urban zones due to increased runoff. Residents and visitors are advised to avoid roads at risk of flooding and to monitor local weather forecasts.

A high surf warning remains in effect today until 6:00 p.m. for the north and west shores of Niihau, Kauai, Oahu, Molokai and the north shore of Maui. Waves reaching 12 to 16 feet on the north shore and 8 to 12 feet on the west coast create dangerous swimming conditions. Beachgoers are urged to follow the guidance of marine safety authorities.

A small boat advisory is in effect for the windward waters of Maui County, Maalaea Bay and the channels surrounding Hawaii Island. East winds of up to 25 knots will create challenging conditions until early Tuesday morning. Sailors, especially those on smaller ships, are warned not to venture out.

Meteorologists expect locally heavy rain and thunderstorms on Maui and the island of Hawaii through Tuesday. However, a cold front will approach the islands on Wednesday, but will stall and dissipate as a new high forms to the north. The shift is expected to bring wetter trade winds and breezy to breezy conditions through the end of the week.