My daughter Jade lost her home of 9 years in Waialua, along with her car, and almost all of her belongings due to severe flooding that rose 3–4 feet in less than 20 minutes. This happened in the middle of the night, and she and her kitty, Puma, were rescued and taken on surfboards to safety at 3am by local heroes. The Kona Low Storm has devastated the North Shore of Oahu and caused historic flooding throughout Oahu and other islands, changing our lives overnight.

3a.m. Flood Rescue on surfboards with her kitty, Puma:

https://youtube.com/shorts/Y4nJZTyv6DE

Video compilation:

https://youtube.com/shorts/pOuAhem_lho

It is very hard to have to ask for financial help. I am doing everything I can to support her, but I don’t have the means to replace all that was lost and help her restart on my own. We are still waiting to see if car insurance will cover anything, but that process will take time and she has a loan and deductible. Rental insurance doesn't cover flooding in Hawaii. Her workplace has also flooded and closed, so her income is impacted as well.

We are humbly asking for donations that will be used for urgent needs - basic necessities, housing, furniture, replacing her car and other belongings, and getting back on her feet during this incredibly difficult time.

We know how devastating this situation is for so many right now. Any amount helps or even sharing this fundraiser means so much to us.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for any support you can give to help Jade restart. Our hearts and prayers are with everyone affected by this devastating situation right now.

Mahalo Nui Loa,

Lynette, Jade's Mom