NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 22, 2026Miami-Dade
Tropical Storm Moke forms in Pacific with projected path toward Hawaii
Tropical Storm Moke formed on Friday in the Pacific Ocean and is currently tracking toward Hawaii. The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and wind to the region, which is currently recovering from the impacts of Hurricane Lala.
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Residents in Hawaii face potential additional weather-related damage and service disruptions while still in the recovery phase from a previous storm.
Key Facts
- Tropical Storm Moke formed in the Pacific Ocean on Friday.
- The storm is currently on a track toward Hawaii.
- The storm is expected to bring heavy rain and wind to the islands.
- Hawaii is currently in the process of recovering from Hurricane Lala.
Who's Mentioned
otherMoke“The name of the tropical storm.”personCasey Oswant“Meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Honolulu.”organizationNational Hurricane Center“Issued the advisory for Tropical Storm Moke.”locationBig Island“Area expected to bear the brunt of the storm.”personJosh Green“Governor of Hawaii who held a news conference regarding storm preparations.”personTiffany Edwards Hunt“Resident of Keaau describing local conditions.”otherLala“The name of the previous hurricane.”organizationHawaiian Electric“Utility company managing power restoration.”locationHawaii“State expected to be impacted by the storm.”