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Hawaii braces for Tropical Storm Lala to strengthen into a hurricane
Tropical Storm Lala is approaching the Hawaiian Islands and is forecast to strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane by Saturday. The storm is expected to pass over or just south of the Big Island, bringing dangerous winds, torrential rain, and life-threatening flooding. Rainfall totals could reach up to 25 inches in some areas, particularly on the Big Island's mountainous terrain, increasing the risk of mudslides and landslides.
Governor Josh Green has declared a state of emergency for Hawaii to facilitate the mobilization of emergency resources. A hurricane warning is currently in effect for Hawaii County, while a tropical storm warning is active for Maui County. Oahu and Kauai are under tropical storm watches. Additionally, high surf warnings are in effect for east-facing shores, and most of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park has been closed.
The storm's arrival has already caused disruptions, including the cancellation of high school football games on the Big Island. Residents are urged to complete storm preparations and monitor official updates as weather conditions are expected to deteriorate significantly through the weekend.
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Amos Lonokailua-Hewett · Big Island · Central Pacific Hurricane Center · Hawaii · Josh Green · Lala · Maui · Maui County · Maui Emergency Management Agency · National Hurricane Center · National Weather Service · Richard Bissen
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 19 SOURCES] The storm could strengthen to near hurricane intensity as it approaches the Big Island. cedarnews.net · seacoastoldies.com · www.foxweather.com · keyt.com · kvia.com · +9 more
- [● 9 SOURCES] Tropical Storm Lala formed approximately 700 miles east-southeast of Hilo. cedarnews.net · seacoastoldies.com · www.memesita.com · mymotherlode.com · bnn.de · +2 more
- [● 15 SOURCES] Rainfall totals of 5 to 10 inches are expected across the islands, with isolated amounts up to 20 inches possible. cedarnews.net · mymotherlode.com · www.foxweather.com · keyt.com · kvia.com · +5 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] The weather system has a 90% chance of developing into a tropical cyclone over the next week. timesng.com
- [● 14 SOURCES] The storm is expected to pass near or just south of the Big Island this weekend. seacoastoldies.com · cedarnews.net · www.foxweather.com · keyt.com · kvia.com · +5 more
- [● 6 SOURCES] The last tropical storm to make landfall in Hawaii was Olivia in 2018. www.foxweather.com · keyt.com · kvia.com · seacoastoldies.com · highschoolfootballamerica.com · +1 more
- [● 13 SOURCES] A hurricane watch has been issued for the Big Island of Hawaii. cedarnews.net · www.foxweather.com · seacoastoldies.com · keyt.com · kvia.com · +5 more
- [● 8 SOURCES] Tropical Storm Lala has maximum sustained winds of 40 mph. cedarnews.net · www.foxweather.com · seacoastoldies.com · mymotherlode.com · www.thegardenisland.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] A high school football game between Kailua and Kamehameha-Hawai’i on the Big Island has been cancelled due to the storm. hawaiisportsradio.com · highschoolfootballamerica.com
- [● 9 SOURCES] A hurricane warning is in effect for the Big Island. www.staradvertiser.com · www.fox13seattle.com · www.aztecapuebla.com · www.bigislandvideonews.com · www.hawaiitribune-herald.com · +4 more
- [● 8 SOURCES] A tropical storm warning is active for Maui County. www.staradvertiser.com · www.fox13seattle.com · www.aztecapuebla.com · www.hawaiitribune-herald.com · capeweather.com · +3 more
- [● 7 SOURCES] Lala is forecast to strengthen into a Category 1 hurricane by Saturday. www.staradvertiser.com · www.fox13seattle.com · www.bigislandvideonews.com · www.westhawaiitoday.com · yaleclimateconnections.org · +2 more