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Storm’s Fury Hits West Oahu Hard | Honolulu News
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A fierce storm slammed into West Oahu, especially hard around Waianae, uprooting trees and causing major damage—including a leaning monkeypod tree crushing power lines at Waianae Intermediate School. Neighborhoods near Leihoku Elementary also suffered roof damage and fallen trees, with residents reporting winds hitting 50+ mph, funneled dangerously by the mountains. One homeowner likened the experience to walking through a “wooden tunnel,” warning that even a Category 1 hurricane could be catastrophic. The event serves as a sobering reminder of nature’s raw power—and how vulnerable we are when terrain amplifies its fury.
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