DAM FAILURE: ‘Take action, evacuate now’ for areas downstream of Wahiawa Dam
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Opened11 MAR 2026 / 22:00
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Hawaii is currently grappling with a "high-impact" storm bringing severe weather conditions, including widespread flooding, fierce winds, and snow across the islands. Amidst these extreme events, residents downstream of the Wahiawa Dam have been ordered to evacuate due to a dam failure, raising significant concerns for public safety and potential infrastructure damage.
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20 MAR 2026
18:53
An evacuation order was issued for over 4,000 people along Oahu's North Shore.
The order was given in response to significant flooding affecting the area.
18:37
An evacuation is underway for the area around the Wahiawā Dam.
Residents near the Wahiawā Dam are being evacuated due to current conditions.
18:30
An evacuation order was issued for areas downstream of Wahiawa Dam due to a dam failure.
Residents were advised to take immediate action and evacuate.
17:49
A flash flood emergency was declared, and residents were told to evacuate.
An emergency evacuation map was issued as people in affected areas were instructed to 'Leave Now' due to flash flooding.
10:01
An article claimed Dole did little to fix the dangerous Wahiawā Dam.
The Honolulu Civil Beat reported that Dole's alleged inaction left the Wahiawā Dam in a dangerous condition.
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