Earlier this month, a set of low-pressure weather systems known as the kona low hit the Hawaiian islands. The not-uncommon weather phenomenon turned catastrophic on March 11, as back-to-back storms and record-breaking rain led to more than 30 inches of rainfall in some areas. Communities on the islands of Oahu, Maui, and Molokai experienced the worst of these floods: By March 20, floodwaters had risen up above residences' knees, with rain continuing until March 24. More than 200 rescues were made on Oahu by local authorities, as well as by residents who swam out or used surfboards and kayaks to help others. On Oahu, a combined 304 homes were either destroyed, damaged, or made inaccessible, per a March 28 statement from Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi. According to a release from Governor Jo