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A rare hurricane landfall threat for Hawaii's Big Island as strengthening Tropical Storm Lala nears
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information on the storm's trajectory and potential impact is available from the National Hurricane Center and other sources, including the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
A tropical storm is nearing Hawaii's Big Island, posing a threat of landfall. Forecasters expect the storm to strengthen into a hurricane by the time it approaches the island. Heavy rains and strong winds are anticipated, which can cause flooding and fuel wildfires.
The National Hurricane Center has issued a warning, though details of the warning are not specified. Further information on the storm's trajectory and potential impact is available from the National Hurricane Center and other sources, including the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
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Category: safety Published: August 14, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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