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Heavy rains and strong winds continue to wallop parts of the state Monday as a Kona low sweeps across the islands ― and forecasters warn it’s not over yet.

Thick mud covered roads in areas and officials say they were still assessing the damage.

Forecasters say La Nina also plays a role in the wet weather.

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-- A Kona low is packing a punch with heavy rainfall that could cause "catastrophic flooding." -- Hawaii is reporting 90 new COVID cases and no additional fatalities. -- Health officials say early indications suggest the omicron variant could be less dangerous than delta.

Maui Mayor Victorino says the worst hit spots were in Kihei and in Hana so far. He says they're prepared for whatever happens. A shelter has already been opened in Kihei for evacuees.