Hawai'i Prepares for New Cyclone While Recovering from Hurricane Lala
Hawai'i Prepares for New Cyclone While Recovering from Hurricane Lala
US · Published Aug 21, 2026
Communities in Hawai'i are bracing for another tropical system just days after Hurricane Lala caused widespread destruction.
A tropical depression is gaining strength and could become a tropical storm, potentially passing near or south of the Big Island over the weekend.

Impact & Risks

The new tropical system poses a significant risk to areas already affected by Hurricane Lala. Heavy rainfall could lead to life-threatening flooding, mudslides, and rip currents, particularly on the Big Island. With many homes and businesses still without power, the potential for further damage and disruption is high. Vulnerable areas, including the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, are also at risk.

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