Tropical Storm Lala Strengthens, Hurricane Warning Issued for Hawaii's Big Island
Tropical Storm Lala Strengthens, Hurricane Warning Issued for Hawaii's Big Island
US · Published Aug 14, 2026
Tropical Storm Lala has formed in the Pacific Ocean and is expected to intensify into a hurricane as it approaches Hawaii's Big Island.
The National Hurricane Center has issued a hurricane warning for the Big Island and a tropical storm watch for Maui County, including Maui, Lanai, Molokai, and Kahoolawe.

Impact & Risks

The Big Island is expected to experience the most severe impacts, including hurricane-force winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding. Maui County may see tropical storm conditions by late Saturday. Rainfall totals of 8 to 12 inches are forecast for Maui and the Big Island, with localized amounts reaching 25 inches. Other islands could see 4 to 6 inches of rain, with maximum amounts of 8 inches. The storm may also produce a storm surge of up to 3 feet, large waves, and dangerous rip currents. Mudslides are a significant risk in areas with steep terrain.

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