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Lahaina Today
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Maui Upgrades Flood Warnings for ʻĪao Valley and Wailuku River Areas
Evacuation warnings issued as Maui braces for second kona storm
Mar. 22, 2026 at 3:19am
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The Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) has upgraded advisories to evacuation warnings for some neighborhoods in ʻĪao Valley and along the Wailuku River due to the risk of flooding from a prolonged kona storm. A shelter at Baldwin High School gym will reopen at 7 PM tonight as a precaution.
Why it matters
Maui has already experienced significant flooding from the first kona storm, leaving flood-impacted areas more vulnerable to further flooding even with less rain. The upgraded warnings aim to protect residents and ensure they have time to evacuate if necessary.
The details
MEMA issued the evacuation warnings at 4:49 PM on March 21, 2026, citing the flood risk from the ongoing kona storm. The National Weather Service has a flash flood warning in effect for Maui until 6 PM tonight, and a flood watch through Sunday, March 22. Residents in the affected areas are advised to be on alert and follow county recommendations, with those requiring additional time to evacuate or with livestock and pets encouraged to leave early.
- MEMA issued the evacuation warnings at 4:49 PM on March 21, 2026.
- The National Weather Service has a flash flood warning in effect for Maui until 6 PM tonight.
- Maui County remains under a flood watch through Sunday, March 22, 2026.
The players
Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA)
The agency responsible for emergency management and disaster response on the island of Maui.
National Weather Service
The federal agency that provides weather forecasts and warnings for the United States.
What’s next
Residents in the affected areas should continue to monitor MEMA and National Weather Service alerts and be prepared to evacuate if necessary.
The takeaway
The upgraded flood warnings highlight the ongoing threat to Maui communities from the kona storm system, underscoring the importance of preparedness and heeding official evacuation guidance to protect public safety.
