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HNL Alert from the Oahu Department of Emergency Management

Issued: 06:19 PM 04-09-2026  

City Storm Response Update: Thursday 4/9

Details 

Weather Update:
Officials continue to monitor weather conditions across the island. Heavier showers are still expected to arrive overnight tonight or tomorrow morning. Peak gusts over Oʻahu will be 35-45 mph through Friday morning across the higher elevations with isolated higher gusts possible.

• Flood Watch in effect Tonight through Friday evening
• High Wind Watch in effect Tonight through Friday morning
  

City Operations Update:
In response to worsening weather conditions, Mayor Rick Blangiardi has ordered the closure of all non-essential City offices and services on Friday, April 10, for the protection of the community. Residents are encouraged to stay informed with the latest updates on shelter locations, evacuation information, and the status of City services, facilities, and events by visiting oneoahu.org/updates.

All disaster response and support personnel will report to work. 

Closures include (but are not limited to):

• All Driver Licensing Centers & Satellite City Halls (appointments will be rescheduled)
• All Municipal Golf Courses
• The Honolulu Zoo
• The Hanauma Bay Nature Preserve, all Honolulu Botanical Gardens, all parks, and recreational facilities, including:
  • Athletic fields
  • Swimming pools
  • Outdoor courts
  • Gymnasiums (except those designated as shelters)
    

The City’s Emergency Operations Center remains fully activated, with first responders deployed island-wide and additional resources staged in flood-prone areas. Residents are urged to avoid non-essential travel, prepare for potential power outages, and secure their homes ahead of worsening conditions.

Shelter Update:
Emergency shelters are now open on Oʻahu ahead of potential severe weather. Locations include Wahiawā District Park, Mānoa Valley District Park, Waiʻanae District Park, and Kāneʻohe District Park. Additional shelters are scheduled to open at Nānākuli High and Intermediate, and Kahuku Elementary.

There are no evacuation orders at this time. Residents should monitor conditions and take action if they feel unsafe.

For shelter updates, visit p.veoci.com/hnlshelter

List current as of: 09-Apr-2026 18:01 HST