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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 20, 2026Miami-Dade

Hawaii prepares for new tropical cyclone following Hurricane Lala

Hawaii residents are bracing for a potential tropical storm expected to arrive this weekend or early next week, bringing up to 15 inches of rain and flood risks to the Big Island. This follows Hurricane Lala, which caused widespread power outages, infrastructure damage, and two deaths.

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Why It Matters

Residents face potential life-threatening flooding and extended power outages while still recovering from the damage caused by Hurricane Lala earlier this week.

Key Facts

  • A new tropical system is forecast to pass near or south of the Big Island this weekend or early next week.
  • The new system could bring up to 15 inches (38 cm) of rain, causing flooding and mudslides.
  • Approximately 13,200 customers on the Big Island remained without power as of Thursday.
  • Hawaiian Electric estimates power restoration in some remote or severely damaged areas could take at least two weeks.
  • Hurricane Lala caused two confirmed deaths, including a 93-year-old teacher.
  • Hurricane Lala recorded a peak rainfall of 43.54 inches (1.1 meters) on the Big Island's northeast coast.
  • Hurricane Lala currently has sustained winds of 90 mph (150 kph) and is impacting the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument.
  • The new tropical disturbance currently has sustained winds of 35 mph (55 kph).

Who's Mentioned

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