HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow ... The new flood risk map shows more properties in elevated flood risk zones, even in mauka areas.

HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow ... Property owners in these zones who have a federally backed loan or mortgage will be required to purchase flood insurance when the maps are finalized.

Question: Regarding Oahu’s new flood map, the city says you can appeal if your property is placed in a high-risk zone and you have to get flood insurance because of that.Is hardship a grounds ...

UPDATE : 5 :30 p.m. The flood advisory for Oahu has been canceled but another for Kauai is in effect until 8 :15 p.m. “At 5 :08 p.m., radar indicated heavy rain over Kauai, especially over interior ...