At 806 AM HST…radar and rain gages showed heavy rain continuing from the windward Kohala slopes to South Point. Rain rates of 2 to 3 inches per hour were observed by gages in the South Hilo and Puna Districts. Honolii Stream and Wailuku River had very high water levels. There are multiple road closures due to flooding, including Highway 19 near Honomu. Additional rainfall is approaching from the southeast. Avoid unnecessary travel. Locations in the warning include but are not limited to…Hilo, Naalehu, Paauilo, Waipio Valley, Orchidland Estates, Kukuihaele, Hawi, Pepeekeo, Keaau, Honokaa, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Pahoa, and Mountain View. This warning may need to be extended beyond 945 AM HST if heavy rain persists.
