First Alert Weather Days declared for flood threat Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The Hawaii News Now First Alert Weather Team has declared Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday as First Alert Weather Days due to the potential for heavy rain and flooding.

The National Weather Service in Honolulu says a combination of several disturbances will bring what it calls “exceptionally moist air” from the south over the eastern end of the island chain Monday night, expanding over all islands Tuesday.

Heavy rain and thunderstorms will be possible from late Monday night through Thursday afternoon. A flood watch may be issued shortly.

Get the latest First Alert Forecast here

The forecast models are not close enough in agreement to pinpoint more precise timing, locations and rainfall amounts. Even so, you should be prepared for heavy rain this week.

Your First Alert Weather Team will closely monitor conditions and First Alert you to any changes.

What you should do:

• Stay aware of weather through Thursday.
• Avoid driving through flooded roadways.
• Keep pets and outdoor items secured.
• Monitor First Alert Weather for the latest updates and any flood watch issuance.
• Download the HNN Weather app from the Apple App Store or Google Play for the latest updates from your First Alert Weather Team: chief meteorologist Jennifer Robbins and weather anchors Guy Hagi, Dan Cooke, Ben Gutierrez and Billy V.