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    • Hurricane Hunters reveal what they found inside Lala as it strengthens into a Category 1 hurricane

    As Hurricane Lala intensifies into a Category 1 storm, the U.S. Air Force Hurricane Hunters have flown back to California after performing essential data collection flights to improve understanding of...

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    Kaua‘i News New York visitor rescued from Kalalau Trail on Friday suffering from dehydration

    Saturday: Kauaʻi, Niʻihau remain under tropical storm warning; Lala becomes hurricane as approaches Big Island

    After passing the Big Island, Lala is expected to turn westward on Sunday with an increase in forward speed and with the core of the storm staying south of remainder of the main Hawaiian Islands. August 15, 2026 · 10:02am ·

    Kauaʻi County: What you need to know about Tropical Storm Lala

    There are Kauaʻi County closures at this time, but services and facilities may close with little to no notice depending on the severity of the storm that is forecast to arrive on Sunday.

    Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi County more than doubles its pesticide-free parks

    Hawai‘i News US Navy initiates return of nearly 44 acres on Oʻahu, Molokaʻi to state

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    Hurricane Hunters reveal what they found inside Lala as it strengthens into a Category 1 hurricane

    As Hurricane Lala intensifies into a Category 1 storm, the U.S. Air Force Hurricane Hunters have flown back to California after performing essential data collection flights to improve understanding of Lala.

    Stay up-to-date on all weather and news with Kaua‘i Now News app

    With Hurricane Lala approaching, Kaua‘i Now News is encouraging its viewers to share footage they capture.

    Kauaʻi, Niʻihau under tropical storm warning; Hurricane Lala causing flooding, downed trees on Big Island

    After passing the Big Island, Lala is expected to turn westward on Sunday with an increase in forward speed and with the core of the storm staying south of remainder of the main Hawaiian Islands.

    New York visitor rescued from Kalalau Trail on Friday suffering from dehydration

    The woman was taken by helicopter from the Kalalau Beach landing zone to Princeville Airport and transferred to American Medical Response for evaluation; she declined further medical treatment.

    Kauaʻi County more than doubles its pesticide-free parks

    Three parks were selected by Parks and Recreation for the alternative weed management program, which was established nearly 7 years ago in 2019; Kauai County recently added 4 more parks and facilities to the program that uses synthetic herbicides to for weed management.

    US Navy initiates return of nearly 44 acres on Oʻahu, Molokaʻi to state

    Gov. Josh Green announced that the Department of the Navy is initiating the process to return nearly 44 acres of federal property to the state of Hawaiʻi. The proposed transfers include a 31.693-acre parcel at Kalaeloa and the Marine Corps’ 12-acre Molokaʻi Training Support Facility at Hoʻolehua.
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    Stay up-to-date on all weather and news with Kaua‘i Now News app

    With Hurricane Lala approaching, Kaua‘i Now News is encouraging its viewers to share footage they capture.

    US Navy initiates return of nearly 44 acres on Oʻahu, Molokaʻi to state

    Gov. Josh Green announced that the Department of the Navy is initiating the process to return nearly 44 acres of federal property to the state of Hawaiʻi. The proposed transfers include a 31.693-acre parcel at Kalaeloa and the Marine Corps’ 12-acre Molokaʻi Training Support Facility at Hoʻolehua.

    State reminds consumers to review insurance policies before storm’s arrival

    Hawaiʻi Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs Insurance Division encourages residents to take steps now to make filing insurance claims easier after damage from any heavy rainfall and flooding occurs.

    Guidance and resources from state tourism agency can help visitors weather Tropical Storm Lala

    All the information visitors need to track the tropical cyclone — which is expected to become a Category 1 hurricane as it nears the Big Island — and stay safe from the forecast hazards, courtesy of Hawai‘i Tourism Authority.

    Volcano Watch: Using ocean noise to monitor for volcanic eruptions

    Ocean swells are constantly beating on the ocean floor. This nonstop drumming creates continuous signals that travel through Earth and recorded on seismometers around the globe, including here in Hawai‘i; changes in the speed of these ocean noise signals can give us clues about volcanic activity.

    Heavy weather conditions increased again at ports by US Coast Guard as Tropical Storm Lala approaches

    Vessels transiting within the vicinity of the Hawaiian Islands should seek sheltered waters and anticipate additional restrictions and possible port closures as weather conditions progress.

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    Hurricane Lala already causing havoc on Big Island; 18,000 without power, flooding, 130 people in shelters

    The outages are mainly impacting customers in Puna, North and South Kohala and South Hilo.

    What you need to know about Hurricane Lala on the Big Island

    Hilo International Airport is in the process of closing on Saturday morning and Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport will close at 2 p.m. on Saturday. Part of Highway 250 is closed due to fallen trees.

    Lala has been upgraded to a Category 1 hurricane as it approaches the Big Island

    According to the National Weather Service in Honolulu, winds have reached 75 mph and is now 85 miles east-southeast of South Point.

    Zephyr Insurance’s recommendations for Big Island policyholders regarding Tropical Storm Lala

    Zephyr Insurance encourages policyholders to take precautions to protect their families and property and to keep their insurance policy and insurance agent's contact information readily available.

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    Lahaina Jodo Mission hosts second community wellness workshop

    Lahaina Jodo Mission will host its second detox and wellness workshop on Aug. 22. Practitioners will offer traditional Chinese medicine, community acupuncture, and stress management practices as part of the mission’s ongoing post-wildfire healing efforts.

    Lala Maui power outage updates

    As of 11:30 a.m., on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, there were 7854 customers without power in Maui County, most of them in the Kahului, North Shore, and Upcountry areas.

    Maui lane closures for the week ending Aug. 21, 2026

    The state Department of Transportation will be conducting road work this week that will result in lane closures at various locations. There will be no lane closures on Friday, Aug. 21 in observance of the Statehood Day holiday, unless permitted. Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.

    Volcano Watch: Using ocean noise to monitor for volcanic eruptions

    Ocean swells are constantly beating on the ocean floor. This nonstop drumming creates continuous signals that travel through Earth and recorded on seismometers around the globe, including here in Hawai‘i; changes in the speed of these ocean noise signals can give us clues about volcanic activity.