City warns of possible evacuations if Wahiawa Dam fails

WAHIAWA, Hawaii (KHON2) — City officials are urging residents in Waialua and Haleiwa to be prepared for a possible evacuation as heavy rain continues to impact Oahu.

The City and County of Honolulu says it is closely monitoring water levels at Wahiawa Dam during Friday’s severe weather.

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Officials say there is no immediate timeline for when problems could develop, but conditions could change depending on how much rain falls overnight.

According to the city’s Department of Emergency Management, rainfall totals could significantly affect the reservoir and spillway levels…

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