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Briefing: Thousands ordered to evacuate as Hawaii hit by severe flash floods

Strategic angle: Officials warn some residents could be trapped by rising waters as Wahiawā dam on Oahu ‘may collapse at any time’.

by Editorial Staff|Mar 21, 2026|1 MIN READ|WORLD

Severe flash floods have prompted mass evacuations in Hawaii.

Residents near Wahiawā dam are at risk of being trapped.

Authorities are monitoring the dam for potential collapse.