Hawaii declares state of emergency ahead of Tropical Storm Lala
File image of flooding after heavy rain on Hawaii’s Big Island, which has also endured earthquakes and volcanic activity as Typhoon Lala approaches. LOS…
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File image of flooding after heavy rain on Hawaii’s Big Island, which has also endured earthquakes and volcanic activity as Typhoon Lala approaches. (EPA Images pic) LOS ANGELES : Hawaii declared a state of emergency on Thursday as it prepared for Tropical Storm Lala, which could bring powerful winds, flooding and landslides this weekend. The last tropical storm to directly strike the archipelago was in 2018. El Nino, a weather phenomenon that is particularly strong in 2026, is warming the equatorial Pacific and increasing the likelihood of cyclones.
Furthermore, With 210,000 residents, Hawaii Island is the archipelago’s second most populous, far behind Oahu, which is home to more than one million people. The storm could dump up to 63.5cm of rain in parts of the Big Island, the weather service added. Winds were blowing at around 80km per hour, with even stronger gusts.
In addition, The Pacific storm is currently gaining strength according to the National Weather Service (NWS), which expects it to become a hurricane as it approaches the US state’s Big Island. Governor Josh Green declared a state of emergency in response to the threat, an administrative measure that frees up funds, resources and personnel in the event of damage. “Tropical Storm Lala poses a serious threat to our state, particularly Hawaii Island – and we are taking action now to ensure resources are available where they are needed,” he said. “I urge everyone to secure their homes, gather essential supplies, review their family emergency plans and follow updates from trusted official sources. The center warned that wind speeds on the windward sides of hills and mountains are often up to 30% stronger than near-surface winds.
Moreover, A tropical storm becomes a hurricane when its maximum sustained winds reach 74 mph.
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File image of flooding after heavy rain on Hawaii’s Big Island, which has also endured earthquakes and volcanic activity as Typhoon Lala approaches. (EPA Images pic) LOS ANGELES : Hawaii declared a state of emergency on Thursday as it prepared for Tropical Storm Lala, which could bring powerful winds, flooding and landslides this weekend.
reliability moderate3/3 sourcesThe last tropical storm to directly strike the archipelago was in 2018.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesEl Nino, a weather phenomenon that is particularly strong in 2026, is warming the equatorial Pacific and increasing the likelihood of cyclones.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesWith 210,000 residents, Hawaii Island is the archipelago’s second most populous, far behind Oahu, which is home to more than one million people.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesThe storm could dump up to 63.5cm of rain in parts of the Big Island, the weather service added.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesWinds were blowing at around 80km per hour, with even stronger gusts.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesThe Pacific storm is currently gaining strength according to the National Weather Service (NWS), which expects it to become a hurricane as it approaches the US state’s Big Island.
reliability moderate2/2 sourcesGovernor Josh Green declared a state of emergency in response to the threat, an administrative measure that frees up funds, resources and personnel in the event of damage. “Tropical Storm Lala poses a serious threat to our state, particularly Hawaii Island – and we are taking action now to ensure resources are available where they are needed,” he said. “I urge everyone to secure their homes, gather essential supplies, review their family emergency plans and follow updates from trusted official sources.
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The center warned that wind speeds on the windward sides of hills and mountains are often up to 30% stronger than near-surface winds.
according to CBS News — LatestA tropical storm becomes a hurricane when its maximum sustained winds reach 74 mph.
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The last tropical storm to directly strike the archipelago was in 2018.
omitted byLeft sidecovered byCenterPublic / AgenciesEl Nino, a weather phenomenon that is particularly strong in 2026, is warming the equatorial Pacific and increasing the likelihood of…
omitted byLeft sidecovered byCenterPublic / AgenciesWith 210,000 residents, Hawaii Island is the archipelago’s second most populous, far behind Oahu, which is home to more than one million…
omitted byLeft sidecovered byCenterPublic / AgenciesThe storm could dump up to 63.5cm of rain in parts of the Big Island, the weather service added.
omitted byLeft sidecovered byCenterPublic / AgenciesWinds were blowing at around 80km per hour, with even stronger gusts.
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