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Kaua‘i News
Possible 1 to 2 inches of rain still forecast for Kaua‘i as Tropical Storm Moke moves south of state
Little changed between Friday evening and late Friday night as far as tropical storm forecast as storm continues approaching the islands; storm center also still expected to pass south of Big Island, which will see brunt of its impacts.
Moke holding steady; new tropical storm expected to pass south of islands early next week as it weakens
Big Island will take brunt force of impacts from Moke, including in areas hard-hit a week ago by Hurricane Lala; however, Kauaʻi could still see a possible 1 to 2 inches of rainfall from the tropical storm.
Hawaiʻi to seek federal disaster declaration after Tropical Storm Lala
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency is poised to request a federal disaster declaration as detailed assessments of Hurricane Lala’s devastation commence.
1.9M Olympic-size swimming pools of water inundate Hawaiʻi during Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Researchers at Hawaiʻi Mesonet and Hawaiʻi Climate Data Portal captured massive 1.3-trillion-gallon scale of the tropical cyclone on the Hawaiian Islands; 833 million gallons of water fell on Big Island alone.
Kauaʻi mayor candidates Carvalho, Rapozo to address county issues in debate on TV, radio, online
Kauaʻi residents are set to watch both mayoral contenders, Mel Rapozo and Bernard Carvalho Jr., during the island’s first live debate since the Aug. 8 primary.
Volcano Watch: A thank you letter to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory field technicians
Next time you listen to a scientist provide updates about ongoing volcanic activity, see a map showing locations of earthquakes or check the livestream cameras at Kīlauea summit for lava, take a moment to appreciate the team that works every day to keep the data flowing.
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Hawaii News
Possible 1 to 2 inches of rain still forecast for Kaua‘i as Tropical Storm Moke moves south of state
Little changed between Friday evening and late Friday night as far as tropical storm forecast as storm continues approaching the islands; storm center also still expected to pass south of Big Island, which will see brunt of its impacts.
1.9M Olympic-size swimming pools of water inundate Hawaiʻi during Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Researchers at Hawaiʻi Mesonet and Hawaiʻi Climate Data Portal captured massive 1.3-trillion-gallon scale of the tropical cyclone on the Hawaiian Islands; 833 million gallons of water fell on Big Island alone.
‘All of our loved ones are scattered all over the place’
Families search for loved ones whose final resting places at 2 Big Island cemeteries were desecrated by raging floodwaters of Hurricane Lala, unearthing graves, toppling headstones and washing away caskets.
Volcano Watch: A thank you letter to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory field technicians
Next time you listen to a scientist provide updates about ongoing volcanic activity, see a map showing locations of earthquakes or check the livestream cameras at Kīlauea summit for lava, take a moment to appreciate the team that works every day to keep the data flowing.
Impending tropical cyclone forecast still shows heavy rainfall, possible wind for parts of islands
Heavy rainfall will begin to impact the Big Island late Saturday night, spreading westward across the remainder of the islands Sunday into Monday.
More than 800 vendor booths expected to be featured at 32nd annual Made in Hawaiʻi Festival
Hawaiʻi Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism again is the official government sponsor for the business festival from Aug. 20-23 at Hawaiʻi Convention Center in Honolulu, which will also feature 28 local businesses participating at the Made in Hawaiʻi Pavilion.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 22, 2026
Strong trades develop this weekend as a tropical system delivers heavy rainfall to windward and southeast slopes of the Big Island. A Flood Watch remains in...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 22, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will remain elevated through the weekend. Another reinforcing swell is expected over the weekend which should boost surf heights...
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Hot showers, phone charging stations now available; county provides additional updates
Multi-agency effort, in consultation with subject matter experts and cultural practitioners, also continues to recover human remains displaced from graves by flood waters at Nāʻālehu Cemetery; public and media asked to be respectful of sensitive recovery effort.
Moke holding steady as it advances toward Hawaiʻi; Big Island forecast to feel brunt of impacts from new tropical storm
Flood watch will be in effect from late Saturday night through Monday afternoon as Moke is expected to bring total rainfall of 5 to 10 inches, with maximum amounts of 15 inches, to windward and southeast parts of the island, including those hard-hit a week ago by Hurricane Lala.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for August 22, 2026
Surf along south facing shores will remain elevated through the weekend. Another reinforcing swell is expected over the weekend which should boost surf heights...
Moke holds steady; wet weather forecast over already saturated Big Island late Saturday night
Heavy rainfall associated with Moke will begin to impact the Big Island of Hawaiʻi late Saturday, with rain spreading westward across the remainder of the Hawaiian Islands Sunday into Monday. Forecasters with the National Weather Service say that although the strongest winds associated with Moke are expected to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands, strong gusty winds are likely, particularly in areas within and downslope of higher terrain.
Wahiawā residents urged to take precautions with approach of Tropical Storm Moke
As the state prepares for anticipated heavy rains and potential flooding from another approaching tropical storm, the Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency is urging residents in the Wahiawā area to take necessary precautions, especially those living near or downstream of the Wahiawā Dam.
