Flash Flood Warning Issued for Maui as Heavy Rain Impacts Hana and Surrounding Areas

Alert Details

The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flash Flood Warning for the island of Maui. This alert was issued at 8:16 PM HST on February 21, 2026, and remains in effect as flash flooding is either ongoing or expected to begin shortly.

Affected Areas

The warning specifically covers the island of Maui in Maui County. Locations expected to experience flash flooding include:

• Hana
• Kipahulu
• Hamoa

What You Should Do

Residents and visitors in the warning area are advised to stay away from streams, rivers, drainage ditches, and culverts, even if they appear dry at this time. Do not attempt to cross flowing water or flooded roads. Be prepared for potential public road closures and exercise extreme caution in steep terrain where landslides may occur.

Expected Conditions

According to NWS radar, heavy rain is currently falling over the Hana area at a rate of 2 to 4 inches per hour. This intense rainfall is likely to cause flooding in drainages, streams, rivers, roads, properties, and other low-lying areas. The saturated conditions also increase the risk of landslides in areas with steep terrain.

Timeline

The Flash Flood Warning is effective immediately as of 8:16 PM HST and is currently scheduled to expire at 11:00 PM HST on Saturday, February 21, 2026.