...FLASH FLOOD WATCH FOR ALL HAWAIIAN ISLANDS...

...FLASH FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH LATE THURSDAY NIGHT... The Flash Flood Watch continues for

* All Hawaiian islands.

* Through late Thursday night.

* Moisture from Tropical Storm Olivia is moving west across the islands. Olivia is forecast to produce total rainfall amounts of 5 to 10 inches. Maximum amounts of 15 inches will be possible along east sections and in higher terrain. The heaviest rain is over Maui County this morning. The heaviest rain may shift to Kauai starting Thursday as a low aloft interacts with the moisture from Olivia. Total rainfall amounts of 4 to 6 inches with isolated amounts to 8 inches are possible on Kauai.

* Rain events of this size can cause widespread flooding and can affect areas that do not usually flood. Low spots in roads will become dangerous and impassable due to severe runoff. Debris in streams and gulches may clog bridges and culverts resulting in dangerous flooding. Numerous landslides are expected, especially along the Hana Highway on Maui.

A Flash Flood Watch means that conditions may develop that lead to flash flooding. Flash flooding is LIFE THREATENING. Do not cross fast flowing water in your vehicle or on foot. Monitor later forecasts and be prepared to take action should Flash Flood Warnings be issued. If you experience heavy rain or rising water, head to higher ground immediately.