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    • Lala struck in darkness on the Big Island. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog

    Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.

    Kaua‘i News Emergency tree trimming to cause delays on Māluhia Road

    Business Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative

    Wildlife officials warn of injured, grounded birds after Tropical Storm Lala

    As Kauaʻi embarks on recovery efforts after Tropical Storm Lala, officials urge residents to exercise caution when encountering displaced native birds. August 18, 2026 · 05:00am

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

    All Kauaʻi public schools and all state and county offices reopen today. Find this update and additional information right here; information also will be updated regularly as released.

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    Emergency tree trimming to cause delays on Māluhia Road

    Drivers on Māluhia Road should brace for delays on Tuesday due to emergency tree-trimming work, with temporary road closures possible.

    Lala struck in darkness on the Big Island. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog

    Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.

    Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative

    Initiative, designed to reflect range of industries and career paths available in Hawaiʻi, is open to companies throughout the state that want to support troops and introduce girls to career opportunities.

    Wildlife officials warn of injured, grounded birds after Tropical Storm Lala

    As Kauaʻi embarks on recovery efforts after Tropical Storm Lala, officials urge residents to exercise caution when encountering displaced native birds.

    State urges residents to file insurance claims as quickly as possible following Hurricane Lala

    Contact your insurance company or agent right away to report the loss if your home, vehicle or personal property was damaged. Ask for your claim number and confirm any filing or documentation submission deadlines.

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

    All Kauaʻi public schools and all state and county offices reopen today. Find this update and additional information right here; information also will be updated regularly as released.
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    Lala struck in darkness on the Big Island. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog

    Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.

    Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative

    Initiative, designed to reflect range of industries and career paths available in Hawaiʻi, is open to companies throughout the state that want to support troops and introduce girls to career opportunities.

    Wildlife officials warn of injured, grounded birds after Tropical Storm Lala

    As Kauaʻi embarks on recovery efforts after Tropical Storm Lala, officials urge residents to exercise caution when encountering displaced native birds.

    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.

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    Hawaiʻi residents urged to quickly file insurance claims following Hurricane Lala

    Contact your insurance company or agent right away to report the loss if your home, vehicle or personal property was damaged. Ask for your claim number and confirm any filing or documentation submission deadlines.

    Zephyr Insurance to open claim assistance center on Big Island

    Policyholders are encouraged to reserve a time in advance; walk-ins will be assisted on a first-come, first-served basis as time permits.

    Lala struck in darkness. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog

    Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.

    Vibrant Hawaiʻi is handling Hurricane Lala recovery operations day by day, hour by hour

    On Monday, volunteers handed out bottled water, groceries, chili made by a community member and 200 burritos donated by Luquins Mexican Restaurant in Pāhoa.

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    MEO offices to reopen for regular operations

    Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. will reopen its offices for regular operations, including Wailuku, Hāna, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi, on Tuesday, Aug. 18, after being closed Monday due to ongoing impacts from Lala. MEO's Head Start classrooms will also be open. 

    98-year-old former elementary school teacher first known fatality of Hurricane Lala on the Big Island

    A resident of Nāʻālehu said the woman who died had lived by herself and was tiny, under 100 pounds.

    Lala struck in darkness. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog

    Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.

    Residents urged to file insurance claims after severe weather

    As severe weather affects the state, the Hawaiʻi Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs (DCCA) Insurance Division is reminding residents to protect their property and file insurance claims as quickly and smoothly as possible.