Flash Flood — Maui, Hawaii

2022-09-09 · near Kihei, Maui, Hawaii

Event narrative

Flooding forced the closure of South Kihei Road at Kalani Road in Kihei on Maui. More inundation was reported near Kalama Park in the area of Waimahaihai Street and Keala Place.

Wider weather episode

Downpours occurred over a portion of leeward Haleakala in East Maui with afternoon heating, leading to flash flooding on the 9th. More showers developed later over parts of Oahu, Maui, and the Big Island. No serious injuries or property damage were reported.

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Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 1051091. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.