04/10/2026
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
Gov. Josh Green announced the closure of all state departments Friday and the release of employees not working on disaster response and preparedness as heavy rain and strong winds are forecast to hit the island. On Oahu only, state offices including the Judiciary, the University of Hawaii campuses, public schools, public charter schools, as well as most offices and facilities of the City & County of Honolulu, will be closed on Friday.
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:
o Athletic fields
o Swimming pools
o Outdoor courts
o 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
Open
Evacuation Shelter: Manoa Valley District Park
Status: Open as of 2026-Apr-08 13:00
Location: 2721 Kaaipu Ave, Honolulu
Pet Friendly: Yes
Evacuation Shelter: Kaneohe District Park
Status: Open as of 2026-Apr-07 19:00
Location: 45-660 Keaahala Rd, Kaneohe
Pet Friendly: Yes
Evacuation Shelter: Waianae District Park
Status: Open as of 2026-Apr-08 13:00
Location: 85-601 Farrington Hwy, Waianae
Pet Friendly: Yes
Evacuation Shelter: George Fred Wright Wahiawa District Park
Status: Open as of 2026-Apr-08 13:00
Location: 1139 Kilani Ave, Wahiawa
Pet Friendly: Yes
Scheduled to Open
Evacuation Shelter: Kahuku Elementary
Status: Scheduled to Open as of 2026-Apr-09 18:30
Location: 56-170 Pualalea St, Kahuku
Pet Friendly: Yes
Evacuation Shelter: Nanakuli High and Intermediate
Status: Scheduled to Open as of 2026-Apr-09 20:30
Location: 89-890 Nanakuli Ave, Waianae
Pet Friendly: Yes