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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.

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.
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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.

Tropical Storm Lala: Kauaʻi, Niʻihau now under hurricane watch

The center of Tropical Storm Lala was about 320 miles east-southeast of Hilo and moving west-northwest near 14 mph toward Hilo as of 11 a.m. Friday.

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Young Brothers makes additional changes to 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.

Authorities charge woman in string of Hawaiʻi Island property crimes

Kathryn Sadecki, a 47-year-old woman, has been detained and formally charged with several counts of burglary and theft on Hawaiʻi Island.

Stay up-to-date on all weather and news with Big Island Now app

With Tropical Storm Lala approaching, Big Island Now is encouraging its viewers to share footage they capture.

Consumers reminded to review insurance policies ahead of 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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BOH to temporarily close its Hawaiʻi Island and Maui County branches due to Lala

Due to Tropical Storm Lala, Bank of Hawai‘i will temporarily close all branch operations on Hawai‘i Island and Maui County tomorrow, Saturday, Aug. 15. Bank of Hawai‘i will continue to assess the status of its branch network, and will update the public on branch closures and reopenings as the storm continues on its path.

Hawaiian Electric says more than 500 workers are ready to respond to impacts from Tropical Storm Lala

Hawaiian Electric has activated its emergency response plan and is ready to respond to potential impacts from Tropical Storm Lala, with more than 500 employees, contractors and support workers positioned across the state available to assist with damage assessment and power restoration efforts following the storm. 

UPDATE: Normal school-day operations continue Friday as HIDOE announces weekend campus closures

Beginning 5:30 p.m. Friday through Sunday, all HIDOE campuses and offices on Hawaiʻi Island, Maui, Lānaʻi and Molokaʻi will close. 

Residents invited to community meeting on speed tables in Haʻikū

The County of Maui invites residents to attend a community meeting on speed tables in Haʻikū on Wednesday, Aug. 26, 2026, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Haʻikū Community Center, 137 Hāna Highway.