Why this matters:The flooding highlights increasing risks from extreme weather events and their impact on infrastructure and communities. Date: 21 March 2026 Tags: Summary: Thousands of residents in Hawaii have been ordered to evacuate due to severe flooding. The state is experiencing its worst flooding in 20 years. Around 5,500 people were evacuated near Honolulu on Oahu island. More than 230 people have been rescued by emergency services. Authorities warned a dam in Oahu is