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Tropical Storm Lala: Kauaʻi, Niʻihau under tropical storm warning
According to the National Weather Service, tropical storm-force winds are expected within the areas of Waimea, Barking Sands and Hanapēpē within the next 36 hours. August 14, 2026 · 02:15am
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The Kawaihau Community Little League Majors All-Stars are on the brink of history as they prepare for the West Region championship game on Friday.Business Additional changes made to Young Brothers shipping, cargo acceptance because of…
Hawai‘i News State reminds consumers to review insurance policies before storm’s arrival
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Kaua‘i News
Water conservation notice issued for Princeville, Kalihiwai Bay Estates and ʻAnini Road
Due to expected severe weather this weekend, Princeville Utilities Co. and the Department of Water are urging residents to use water for essential purposes only to prevent outages.
Kauaʻi Coffee postpones Community Mahalo Party as severe weather threatens the Garden Island
Kauaʻi Coffee has postponed its eagerly anticipated Community Mahalo Party, originally scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 15, due to severe weather concerns on Kauaʻi.
Additional changes made to Young Brothers shipping, cargo acceptance because of Tropical Storm Lala
The shipping firm expects delays and disruption to its schedule, so accordingly, it further adjusted acceptance and availability; it also will continue working closely with U.S. Coast Guard to monitor the storm throughout the weekend.
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.
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Hawaii News
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.
Precaution, vigilance urged by state as migratory birds return to the Hawaiian Islands
As migratory birds begin their seasonal return to Hawaiʻi, the Hawaiʻi Department of Health and Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity are reminding residents, particularly people who keep backyard poultry or other birds, to take precautions to reduce the risk of avian influenza and other infectious diseases.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 15, 2026
Tropical Storm Lala will move over or just south of the islands this weekend but wind, rain and surf impacts will be felt statewide. A Hurricane Warning is...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for August 15, 2026
Surf initially trends slowly upward for E shores in response to strengthening trades, but will quickly build tonight as Lala approaches. The High Surf...
Hawaiʻi County hires Darryl Oliveira as acting Administrator for Civil Defense Agency
Oliveira previously headed the Hawaiʻi County Civil Defense Agency as Administrator from 2013 to 2016 and served nine years as Fire Chief.
State officials urge precaution, vigilance as migratory birds return to Hawaiʻi
As migratory birds begin their seasonal return to Hawaiʻi, the Hawaiʻi Department of Health and Department of Agriculture and Biosecurity are reminding residents, particularly people who keep backyard poultry or other birds, to take precautions to reduce the risk of avian influenza and other infectious diseases.
Maui News
State of Hawaiʻi takes action ahead of Lala impacts
Hawaiʻi state agencies are taking action and preparing resources in advance of Tropical Storm Lala as it approaches the state. Governor Josh Green has signed an emergency proclamation as Hawaiʻi state agencies mobilize personnel, equipment and other resources ahead of Tropical Storm Lala.
DOH confirms fifth case of cyclosporiasis
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health has confirmed a case of cyclosporiasis in a member of the military based in Hawaiʻi.
Maui Bus services to be altered Saturday due to Tropical Storm Lala
Due to Tropical Storm Lala, County of Maui Department of Transportation on Saturday, Aug. 15, 2026, will suspend or end early certain Maui Bus services. Transit services for Sunday will be determined by midday Saturday.
Update: Hawaiian Electric ends Public Safety Power Shutoff watch for Hawaiʻi Island
Hawaiian Electric is monitoring weather conditions across its service territory that may lead to an increased risk of wildfires, particularly in the Kawaihae area of Hawaiʻi Island. If needed to protect public safety, Hawaiian Electric may implement its Public Safety Power Shutoff program to proactively shut off power in communities with high exposure to wildfire risk. Customers in these areas are urged to initiate their own emergency plans and prepare for the possibility of extended power outages.
