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Sunday, March 22nd, 2026
Good morning, Honolulu. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 22nd of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Officials report heavy rain has caused power outages while HECO restores service and shelters are open today at Kroc Center, Wahiawa District Park and Kaneohe District Park — evac orders remain due to rising flood risk. Meanwhile, airlines report ANA now leads in incoming air seat capacity. Hawaii News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A UHERO report shows that high costs and low incomes have pushed Honolulu residents toward outmigration. The study finds that local factors, including limited job opportunities paired with rising prices, have left many residents seeking better economic prospects — a trend reflecting our challenging affordability climate. Hawaii Free Press
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Hawaii National Guard deployed 200 troops & walked through the mud to check on residents after a storm hit Waialua on Saturday, March 21. They helped a man recover his dog while Air Force medics provided support and will continue to assist as needed. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ The Board of Water Supply announced a water conservation notice for all Oahu residents with a boil water notice for North Shore areas due to the Kona low storm - residents in Waialua, Haleiwa, Sunset, Pupukea, and Waialee should boil tap water before drinking it until repairs are complete. KITV
- ➤ The Board of Water Supply urged residents to conserve water today for drinking, cooking, and hygiene as power outages limit pumping capacity — officials are working to restore water service in Ahuimanu by Saturday morning. Hawaii News Now
- ➤ The Board of Water Supply has issued a water conservation notice for Oahu residents as the Kona low storm and power outages reduce pumping capacity in North Shore areas (including Honomu Village and Mamalahoa Highway). Residents should use water only for essentials until service is fully restored. KITV
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