Hurricane Lala hits Hawaii

16-Aug-2026

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Hurricane Lala struck Hawaii as a Category 1 storm with 75 mph winds, causing heavy rain, flooding, and mudslides. It left over 40,000 residents without power, mainly on the Big Island and Maui County. 

Authorities warned of life-threatening conditions, expected significant rainfall, and closed airports and ports. Utilities faced downed transmission lines and prolonged outages. 

The hurricane's impact prompted widespread precautionary measures amid severe weather threats across multiple Hawaiian islands.