Hawaii faces flash flooding, blizzard conditions and landslides with more rain to come
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Hawaii faces flash floods, blizzards and landslides with tens of thousands losing power.
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If you live in or have travel plans to Hawaii, expect power outages and dangerous road conditions.
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Hawaii is experiencing severe weather conditions including flash flooding, blizzard conditions and landslides, with additional rainfall expected. Rain has been falling at rates of 1-2 inches per hour across Maui, Molokai and the Big Island, leaving tens of thousands without power.
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