Hawaii storms cause over $1 billion in damage with flooding across the state
Two consecutive storms dropped up to 50 inches of rain on parts of Hawaii, causing over $1 billion in damage according to Governor Josh Green. More than 230 people required rescue from flooding described as the worst since 2004. The storms particularly affected Oahu, with evacuation warnings issued and the Hawaii National Guard monitoring the Wahiawa dam.
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2 outlets covered it, splitting into 2 framing camps across 2 bias groups.
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Hawaii storms have caused $1bn in damage, governor says
straightforward damage assessment
CNN
'Over $1 billion of damage': Hawaii governor reveals toll of catastrophic flooding - CNN
emphasizes catastrophic nature
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“Hawaii storms have caused $1bn in damage, governor says”
“'Over $1 billion of damage': Hawaii governor reveals toll of catastrophic flooding - CNN”
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The flooding is the worst the state has seen since 2004.
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