Flood watch canceled for Hawaii as kona low weakens
JAMM AQUINO / JAQUINO@STARADVERTISER.COM
Protective barriers are seen along Front Street to mitigate flooding from the Kona low system, Thursday, in Lahaina.
UPDATE: 5:05 p.m.
The National Weather Service has canceled the flood watch for the state as the kona low that has drenched the islands over the last few days weakens.
Forecasters said “the kona low northwest of the islands will continue to support light to moderate showers, especially across the western half of the state, tonight through early Saturday.
“However, as the low breaks down through the first half of the weekend, its effects on island weather will gradually diminish. Drier and more stable air will move into the region late this weekend and into next week as trade winds return. More typical tradewind weather is expected throughout the work week.
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A flood watch remains in effect for all Hawaiian islands through this afternoon.
A Kona low west of the islands will keep a moist and unstable air mass over the islands today, according to the National Weather Service. This will result in the potential for flash flooding and thunderstorms.
Flood-prone roads and other low-lying areas may be closed due to elevated runoff and overflowing streams. Urban areas may receive more significant flooding and property damage due to rapid runoff.
