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Hawaii's Big Island lashed by rain and wind as Tropical Storm Lala closes in
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk Jennifer Sinco Kelleher, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC)
· August 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Higher elevations may receive heavy rainfall, with totals reaching up to 25 inches.
A hurricane warning has been issued for Hawaii's Big Island due to Tropical Storm Lala. The island is expected to experience significant weather, potentially including hurricane-force winds. Authorities are warning of life-threatening mudslides in mountainous areas.
Higher elevations may receive heavy rainfall, with totals reaching up to 25 inches. Residents in these areas are being urged to seek safe shelter. The storm's impact is expected to be widespread, with strong winds extending outward for a considerable distance.
Further details about Tropical Storm Lala and its potential impact on Hawaii are available from the National Hurricane Center and other sources.
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Category: local Published: August 15, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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