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Saturday, March 14th, 2026
Good morning, Honolulu. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 14th of March.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Due to dangerous flooding that has built ponds near shops, businesses in Mapunapuna and Kakaako are closing as city and state crews remove downed trees and hazards. Pacific Auto owner Ed said the shop (of seven years) is inaccessible because sidewalks remain blocked. KITV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Heavy rains Friday washed over nearly every intersection along Farrington Highway between Haleiwa and Kaena Point, making the road nearly impassable; local crews responded quickly to clear floodwaters and advise drivers. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ In a March 10 press release, Hawaiian Electric said they hit a 37% renewable portfolio in 2025 across Oahu, Hawaii Island & Maui County amid a 2.5% rise in electricity usage. New solar & battery projects will further boost the clean energy mix for the 2030 goal. Hawaii Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city Department of Emergency Management is urging Waialua and Hāleʻiwa residents to prepare for a possible evacuation today as water levels at Wahiawā Dam near 83 feet approach a critical threshold – officials advise vulnerable groups to be ready to leave immediately and pack essential supplies. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ Officials warned residents in Haleiwa and Waialua on Friday to prepare for flood dangers from a possible Wahiawa Dam failure as heavy rain increased risks & urged everyone to ready their emergency supplies for a potential quick evacuation. KITV
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ On Friday, Hawaii’s Rainbow Wahine basketball team beat top-seeded UC Irvine in overtime (in Henderson) to reach the Big West final. Honolulu Star-Advertiser
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