NewsWPLG Local 10 – EspañolAugust 15, 2026Miami-Dade
Hurricane Lala threatens Hawaii's Big Island with first direct hit in 155 years
Hurricane Lala has intensified into a Category 1 storm with 120 km/h (75 mph) winds, threatening a direct landfall on Hawaii's Big Island that would be the first of its kind in over a century. Governor Josh Green has urged residents to shelter in place as meteorologists warn of up to 63.5 centimeters (25 inches) of rainfall in high-altitude areas and potential flash flooding.
Read the full story at WPLG Local 10 – EspañolWhy It Matters
Residents across the Hawaiian island chain face immediate risks of destructive winds, flash flooding, and wildfires, with nearly 20% of Big Island customers already experiencing power outages.
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Who's Mentioned
personJennifer Sinco Kelleher“Associated Press reporter who contributed to the coverage.”organizationNational Hurricane Center“Monitors and reports on hurricane intensity and path.”personArchie Kalepa“Noted increased public awareness of weather risks following the 2023 Lahaina fir”personSteven Businger“Researcher at the University of Hawaii providing historical context on hurricane”personBobby Camara“75-year-old Big Island resident preparing to shelter in place.”organizationHawaii Farm Bureau“Represents agricultural interests concerned about storm damage.”personJosh Green“Urged residents to shelter in place and warned of destructive flooding and fire ”organizationpoweroutage.us“Tracks and reports power grid status.”personVanessa Almanza“National Weather Service Honolulu official tracking the storm's path.”personMike Caputo“Resident of Keaau preparing generators and water supplies.”organizationUniversity of Hawaii“Academic institution providing atmospheric research.”personBrian Miyamoto“Reported concerns from farmers regarding potential crop and land damage.”