Severe Weather Update 8: March 2026 Kona Low Storm

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This is an important message from the City and County of Honolulu.

HNL Alert from the Oahu Department of Emergency Management

Issued: 03:41 PM 03-13-2026

Severe Weather Update 8: March 2026 Kona Low Storm

Details

As storm impacts are being felt on Oahu, emergency officials ask the public to use 911 for emergency situations only.

Call 911

Use HNL 311

911 should be used to report life-threatening storm impacts such as fast moving or fast rising floodwaters in a roadway or you home or a downed tree blocking a roadway.

Non-life threatening impacts should be reported via the City’s HNL 311 app. These would include downed trees that do not pose an immediate danger or flooding that is not on a roadway and is not posing an immediate threat to life.

Learn more at: https://web5.hnl.info/hnl311/home

Shelter information:
Residents are also remind the public that emergency shelters remain open across the island. Locations and details can be viewed at https://p.veoci.com/hnlshelter. Shelters are pet friendly but pets must be on a leash or in a carrier. Residents are encouraged to bring whatever supplies they would need to be comfortable with them if they are able. Shelters have limited resources on hand during the storm.

List current as of: 13-Mar-2026 15:21 HST

Open

Evacuation Shelter: Asing Community Park

Status: Open as of 2026-Mar-12 17:00

Location: 91-1450 Renton Rd, Ewa Beach

Pet Friendly: Yes

Evacuation Shelter: Waialua High and Intermediate

Status: Open as of 2026-Mar-12 17:00

Location: 67-160 Farrington Hwy, Waialua

Pet Friendly: Yes

Evacuation Shelter: Nanakuli High and Intermediate

Status: Open as of 2026-Mar-12 17:00

Location: 89-890 Nanakuli Ave, Waianae

Pet Friendly: Yes

Evacuation Shelter: Manoa Valley District Park

Status: Open as of 2026-Mar-12 17:00

Location: 2721 Kaaipu Ave, Honolulu

Pet Friendly: Yes

Evacuation Shelter: Kaneohe District Park

Status: Open as of 2026-Mar-12 17:00

Location: 45-660 Keaahala Rd, Kaneohe

Pet Friendly: Yes

Evacuation Shelter: George Fred Wright Wahiawa District Park

Status: Open as of 2026-Mar-12 17:00

Location: 1139 Kilani Ave, Wahiawa

Pet Friendly: Yes

Evacuation Shelter: Kahuku Elementary

Status: Open as of 2026-Mar-12 17:00

Location: 56-170 Pualalea St, Kahuku

Pet Friendly: Yes

Stay Informed

Additional updates will be issued as the situation develops or if t are significant changes to the weather forecast. Follow DEM on social media, encourage others to sign up for HNL Alert, and monitor local TV/radio. Help keep lines clear for first responders. Call 911 for emergencies only. Do not call 911 for general information updates.

Learn more about emergency preparedness and how to protect your family at honolulu.gov/dem.

Mahalo and stay safe!