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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
State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clean up after the storm.Hawai‘i News SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
Kaua‘i News Emergency tree trimming to cause delays on Māluhia Road
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Kaua‘i News
Kaua’i news briefs for Aug. 19: Road closures, community needs survey, water quality report and more
A quick look at news happening around the Garden Isle.
State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clean up after the storm.
Waimea Athletic Field restroom closes for renovations this week
The County of Kauaʻi Department of Parks and Recreation will close the restrooms from Wednesday, Aug. 19 to Thursday, Aug 20.
SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
In the aftermath of Hurricane Lala’s severe weather and power outages, SNAP recipients are eligible for replacement benefits to regain lost food resources.
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State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clean up after the storm.
SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
In the aftermath of Hurricane Lala’s severe weather and power outages, SNAP recipients are eligible for replacement benefits to regain lost food resources.
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.
Big Island News
Charter school secures permanent Kona roots with purchase of West Hawai‘i Today building
Hawaiʻi Technology Academy solidifies its presence in the Kona community with the $7.4 million purchase of the West Hawaiʻi Today building, promising to expand its innovative educational programs by 2028.
Police investigating body of man in his 60s found in pasture off Highway 11 in Ka‘ū
Police think the death appears to be related to impacts from Hurricane Lala and the extreme weather conditions associated with the storm; foul play is not suspected at this time.
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for August 19, 2026
A more seasonal trade wind pattern has returned to the state with the exit of Hurricane Lala. Expect typical trade wind showers focused along windward and mauka...
What you need to know about Hurricane Lala recovery: Hawaiʻi County non-emergency operations resume, offices reopen Wednesday.
Get updates about Hawaiian Electric efforts to restore power to everyone still out on the Big Island, additional county parks information and more. This is everything you need to know about ongoing recovery efforts after the storm.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for August 19, 2026
PacIOOS buoy Barber's Point has slowly have dropped over the past 24 hours to around 2 feet of swell at 13 seconds as of this afternoon. Surf along south...
600 work orders filed at Hawaiʻi public schools following Hurricane Lala
As staff returned to campuses Tuesday and assessments continued, additional storm-related damage was identified and reported, bringing HIDOE’s statewide preliminary total to more than 600 work orders as of noon — 360 on Oʻahu, 81 on Hawai‘i Island and 175 across all other islands. Reports range from downed trees and damaged roofs to water intrusion, electrical issues and other facility impacts.
Gov. Green conducts Big Island storm assessment, state offices to reopen Wednesday, following Lala
Governor Josh Green joined Hawaiʻi County Mayor Kimo Alameda and Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan on Monday for an aerial and ground assessment of storm damage across Kaʻū, one of the areas hardest hit by Tropical Storm Lala. State and county offices statewide are expected to reopen Wednesday, Aug. 19, and resume normal operations, except in the Ka‘ū District.
