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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
World
Audrey McAvoy and Gene Johnson

Here's what to know as the scope of damage from Hawaii's floods becomes clearer

Hawaii Floods - (Kevin Fujii/Civil Beat/2026)

The worst flooding to hit Hawaii in two decades swept homes off their foundations, floated cars out of driveways and left floors, walls and counters covered in thick, reddish volcanic mud.

Crews continued to assess the destruction Monday, but authorities said hundreds of homes had been damaged, along with some schools and a hospital.

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