Date uploaded: 2021-12-07 14:42:37

A powerful storm system pounded Hawaii on Monday with heavy rain, and forecasters warned of a chance for "dangerous" and "catastrophic" flooding in some parts of the state throughout Monday night and well into Tuesday. More than 2 feet of rain is possible in some areas; widespread amounts of 10 to 15 inches are likely. Flood watches have been issued for all of the islands and will remain in effect until Tuesday and Oahu and Kauai islands face the greatest threat of flash flooding. Hawaii Gov. David Ige declared a state of emergency for the entire state Monday afternoon and urged residents to prepare for major flooding, landslides, road closures and damage to homes. The state of emergency will continue through Dec. 10. Such heavy rain could cause flooding in areas that don't normally flood, the National Weather Service warned, and numerous landslides are expected. Read more and stay updated on the flooding through our link in bio. 📷: Mario Garcia, Caleb Jones @apnews