Civil Defense message for Saturday 05-11-2024 04:30 AM
Civil Defense message for Saturday 05-11-2024 04:30 AM.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the following districts: North Kohala, South Kohala.
A Flash Flood Warning means that flooding is imminent or occurring.
Due to the Flash Flood Warning, be advised:
- Highway 270 Akoni Pule and Highway 19 Queen Kaahumanu are closed in some areas, use alternate routes through Waimea and Waikoloa Village.
- Please drive with caution. Be on the alert for run-off, ponding of water, debris, and poor visibility.
- Do not attempt to cross flowing water in a vehicle or on foot; turn around, don’t drown.
- Road closures may occur without warning.
- Remember, if lightning threatens your area, the safest place to be is indoors.
