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Potential heavy rain, flash flooding may hit Kaua‘i Monday night

Kauai Now·Oct 25, 2026 · 1:32 PM CT
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The National Weather Service says deep tropical moisture moving over Hawaii starting Monday night could bring heavy rain, flash flooding and thunderstorms to Kauaʻi through at least Thursday. The heaviest rain is most likely Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday, and a Flood Watch may be issued. Forecasters say it is still unclear which areas will be hit hardest.

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