Tropical Storm Lala Brings Heavy Rain, Flooding, and Power Outages to Hawaii
Tropical Storm Lala Brings Heavy Rain, Flooding, and Power Outages to Hawaii
US · Published Aug 19, 2026
Tropical Storm Lala, which weakened from hurricane strength, continues to impact Hawaii with heavy rainfall, flooding, and strong winds.
The storm narrowly missed landfall but brought significant rainfall totals, with the Big Island experiencing up to 35 inches (88.9 cm) in some areas.

Impact & Risks

The storm has caused life-threatening flooding and mudslides, particularly in steep terrain. Coastal areas are experiencing dangerous storm surges, flooding normally dry areas. One fatality has been reported due to a car accident on the Big Island. Power outages are widespread, affecting nearly 60,000 customers, and some areas may face prolonged outages. Air travel disruptions have stranded passengers, and utility companies are seeking mainland assistance to restore services.

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