Severe Storm Causes Widespread Damage Across Oahu

Heavy rains and fierce winds leave neighborhoods flooded and trees uprooted

Published on Feb. 9, 2026

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A powerful weekend storm brought heavy rains and high winds that caused significant damage across the island of Oahu. Neighborhoods were flooded, trees were uprooted, and power was knocked out in multiple areas as a result of the severe weather.

Why it matters

The storm highlights the increasing frequency and intensity of extreme weather events in Hawaii, which can pose serious risks to public safety and infrastructure. Cleanup and recovery efforts will be crucial in the coming days and weeks.

The details

The storm brought down a massive 60-foot kiawe tree in the Kalihi neighborhood, blocking traffic and knocking out power. In Nanakuli, several homeowners dealt with shingles blown off their roofs by the high winds. In Hawaii Kai, a crossing zone sign was blown from an elementary school up the street. City crews have reported responding to over 40 incidents of heavy debris in roadways and 50 downed trees or branches across Honolulu.

  • The severe weather occurred over the weekend of February 8-9, 2026.
  • Power remained out in the Kalihi neighborhood on Monday, February 10th.

The players

Gavin Freitas

A Kalihi resident whose home was impacted by the fallen 60-foot kiawe tree.

Keoni Patton

A Kalihi resident who described the fallen tree as "very, very scary" due to its massive size.

Nate Serota

A spokesman for the Honolulu Department of Parks and Recreation, who reported widespread damage across the city.

Ari

A Nanakuli resident who experienced shingles blowing off her roof during the storm.

Tein Au

A Hawaii Kai resident who tried to pick up a crossing zone sign that had been blown from a nearby elementary school.

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What they’re saying

“It was just very, very scary because that tree is is freakin huge.”

— Keoni Patton, Kalihi resident

“All you could hear was pack. You know how the shingles slap on the roof. Everything was really strong. You don't know what's going to happen.”

— Ari, Nanakuli resident

“It's good the community comes together. In hard times like this. It's always nice to see.”

— Gavin Freitas, Kalihi resident

What’s next

City crews will continue cleanup and recovery efforts in the coming days to restore power, clear debris, and repair any remaining damage from the storm.

The takeaway

The severe storm serves as a reminder of the increasing threat of extreme weather events in Hawaii, underscoring the importance of disaster preparedness and community resilience in the face of such challenges.