WAIALUA, Hawaii (KHON2) — While North Shore communities still recover from last month’s devastating Kona low flooding, now, more rain is in the forecast.
As another storm approaches, city and state crews are racing to clear streams and drainage systems while residents balance concern with preparation.
At Kaukonahua Stream near Otake Camp, the impact of the last flood is still visible. Layers of mud, silt, and debris have built up over time — creating what officials describe as a choke point that prevented water from flowing freely and kept Oahu’s longest stream at a higher level, and much narrower for decades…