Watch as the Coast Guard investigates severe flooding on Oahu
Crews conducted overflights and rescues in northern Oahu after heavy rains caused widespread flooding, the U.S. Coast Guard said.
Jason Momoa has spoken out about the severe flooding caused by back-to-back storms in Hawaii, prompting evacuations, damaging homes and roads, and causing power outages across the island.
The Honolulu-born “Chief of War” star shared on his Instagram Story that he and his family were evacuated from Oahu’s North Shore and were safe.
“I brought my family. I came out of the North Shore. A lot of people asked,” he said, according to a recording shared by TMZ. “We lost power, and for now we are safe, but there are many who are not, so we send all our love.”
The ‘Aquaman’ star continued: “The North Shore is pretty dangerous right now. So with love and hopefully everyone getting out safely. And we’re going to come together and figure out a way to help everyone.”
Hawaii’s evacuation advisory has been lifted after catastrophic flooding prompted evacuations in parts of the state, but a flood watch remains in place for much of March 22. Thousands of people on Oahu were evacuated on March 20 after excessive rain threatened to wash away homes, damage roads and cause dams to burst.
The Hawaii Emergency Management Agency later said that while the 120-year-old dam had not collapsed, it was in “imminent danger of failure.”
A series of storms battered Hawaii with rain and wind, causing devastating flooding. Officials said it was the worst flooding in the state in 20 years.
A series of low pressure systems hit Hawaii in March. On average, one or two Kona storms impact Hawaii from November through March. AccuWeather meteorologists say it’s extremely rare for two to form in the same month, much less within a week of each other.
Jason Momoa, girlfriend volunteers to help Hawaii storm victims
On March 20, Momoa shared a video of himself and girlfriend Adria Arjona distributing meals on Oahu’s west side in partnership with popular local restaurant chain Zippy’s.
“The last few weeks have been tough. The storms, flooding, and continued rain across Oahu are impacting so many people, especially those already facing hardship,” Momoa said in the caption.
“We spent time in the West,” he added. “We’re just trying to show love, bring food, and remind our community that we see you, that we support you, and that you’re not alone. That’s aloha. It’s showing up for each other when it matters most.”
The actor also encouraged his followers to “help out in any way, big or small” if they can, and to “check on your neighbors. Do whatever you can.”
In her Instagram Story, Momoa shared the donation efforts of ILWU (International Longshore and Warehouse Union) Local 142 in Honolulu, which is accepting items such as blankets, nonperishable food, personal hygiene products, and waterproof clothing.
Contributor: Kate Perez, Dinah Boyles Pulver and Janine Santucci, USA TODAY
