Coastal Flood Statement for Niihau; Kauai Southwest; Waianae Coast +32 more
What: Isolated minor coastal flooding. Impacts: Flooding of beaches that are normally dry, minor coastal erosion, and saltwater inundation. Where: Vulnerable low-lying coastal roadways, docks, boat ramps and other coastal infrastructure of all Hawaiian...
Official alert brief
...MINOR COASTAL FLOODING ON ALL ISLANDS DURING HIGH TIDES THIS WEEKEND INTO EARLY NEXT WEEK... .Peak monthly high tides combined with water levels that will be running higher than predicted will lead to minor flooding along the shoreline and in low-lying coastal areas. Coastal flooding is possible around the daily peak tides, which will occur during the late afternoon hours.
WHAT
Isolated minor coastal flooding.
WHERE
Vulnerable low-lying coastal roadways, docks, boat ramps and other coastal infrastructure of all Hawaiian Islands.
WHEN
During the afternoon hours this weekend into early next week.
IMPACTS
Flooding of beaches that are normally dry, minor coastal erosion, and saltwater inundation.
Instructions
Avoid driving through flooded roadways. If you are forced to drive through salt water, be sure to rinse your vehicle with fresh water. Move electronics, vehicles or other valuables to higher ground. Monitor vessels to ensure mooring lines don't get too tight and watch out for overwash around boat ramps. Secure canoes or other watercraft stowed on beaches.