UPDATE: Flood Advisory Extended Through 2:30 a.m.

***Updated at 11:30 p.m. to include additional information from the National Weather Service. ***

The Flood Advisory issued for eastern portions of the Big Island has been extended until 2:30 a.m.

Just before 11:20 p.m., the National Weather Service reported radar that indicated moderate but persistent rainfall over the windward side of the Big Island. The rain has the potential to cause localized flooding and ponding in roadways.

NWS reports that additional rain is expected over the next several hours.

Hilo, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Kapa’au, Honokaa, Honomu, Kea’au, Naalehu and Eden Roc are included in the advisory.

A Flash Flood Watch is also in effect for the entire island through Monday.

***Original story posted at 8:53 p.m.***

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Advisory for East Hawai’i through 11:30 p.m.

Just after 8:30 p.m. radar was showing moderate rainfall over the windward side of the Big Island. The rain may produce localized flooding and ponding of water on roadways.

NWS says that rain is expected to continue for the next several hours.

Hilo, Hawaiian Paradise Park, Kapa’au, Honokaa, Honomu, Kea’au, Naalehu and Eden Roc are all included in this advisory.

A Flash Flood Watch is also in effect for the entire island through Monday.