Hawaii Hit by Worst Floods in 20 Years, Homes Left in Mud as Recovery Begins

Hawaii endured its worst flooding in two decades as up to four feet of rain drenched O’ahu and Maui, triggering evacuations, rescues, and extensive damage. National Guard crews helped stranded residents while thousands lost power; officials warn damages could top $1 billion, affecting airports, schools, roads, homes and a Maui hospital. Gov. Josh Green says federal aid is on the way as communities begin cleanup, with notable displacement including actor Jason Momoa, underscoring the broad human impact of a disaster revisiting a state already reeling from Maui’s recent wildfires.