A portion of Kuakini Highway is closed due to flooding this evening. A flood advisory was issued for the north and south Kona Districts through 11 p.m.
According to Hawai‘i Police Department, the highway is closed between Queen Ka‘ahumanu Highway and Nakukui Drive. The road is expected to be closed for the next several hours.
With the flooding, NWS warns there may be minor flooding in low-lying and poor drainage areas can be expected. Ponding on roadways will make driving hazardous.
Do not cross fast-flowing water in vehicle or on foot.
