This is a Civil Defense Severe Weather Update for Sunday 02-08-2026 at 10:48 AM.

The National Weather Flood Watch remains in effect for all Hawaiian Islands and the Flood Advisory for North Kohala, Hamakua, North and South Hilo, and Puna Districts remains in effect through tomorrow, Monday.

The National Weather Service High Wind Warning has been extended, to include North and South Kohala, North and South Kona, Hamakua, North and South Hilo, and Puna Districts through tomorrow, Monday.

Sustained winds of 35 MPH and gusts of up to 60 MPH are forecast.

Due to the Flood Watch, Flood Advisory, and High Wind Warning:

• All Hawaii Island residents in the effected areas are asked to stay home, postpone, and cancel outdoor activities, where possible.
• Please avoid driving. Limit travel to essential ONLY.
• Please secure boats and outdoor items.
• Stay clear of downed utility lines and trees and report all hazards to authorities.
• Avoid any activity that involves hotworks or use of open flames, such as welding, grinding, grilling, and camp fires.

You will be informed as conditions change.