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Tropical Storm Lala: Now 320 miles from Hilo; forecast to become hurricane as nears Big Island
With the storm's general motion expected to continue, the core of Lala will pass near the Big Island of Hawaiʻi on Saturday and then south of the smaller islands on Sunday. August 14, 2026 · 02:06am
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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.
Hawai‘i Tourism Authority provides guidance, resources for visitors to 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.
Coast Guard again increases heavy weather port conditions as Tropical Storm Lala approaches state
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.
Nā Leo TV launches free social media marketing cohorts for small businesses, nonprofits
“We want participants to move beyond posting just to post and leave with a clearer story, a stronger strategy and something they can put into action,” said Nā Leo TV President and Chief Executive Officer Ashley Kierkiewicz.
The Weather Channel’s Jim Cantore is in Hilo; a sure sign to take Tropical Storm Lala seriously
Meteorologists and county officials are putting Lala on par with storms like Tropical Storm Iselle that knocked out power, uprooted massive albizia trees and flooded areas of the Puna District in 2014.
Tropical Storm Lala: Now 320 miles from Hilo; forecast to become hurricane as nears Big Island
With the storm’s general motion expected to continue, the core of Lala will pass near the Big Island of Hawaiʻi on Saturday and then south of the smaller islands on Sunday.
UPDATE 2: Big Island police report Daniel K. Inouye Highway once again open to all traffic
The roadway, between the Old Saddle Road and Highway 190 junctions, was closed while fire crews worked to extinguish a wildland fire that ignited Aug. 11 near the 46-mile marker.
Hawai‘i County plans to open shelters as Lala takes aim at Big Island
Several county facilities and services will also be closed or suspended during the weekend because of the storm; University of Hawai’i at Hilo, Hawai’i Community College facilities and activities also impacted by approaching tropical cyclone.
Thursday weather update: Hurricane warning issued for Big Island as Lala continues march toward state
The tropical storm was about 550 miles east-southeast of Hilo by 5 p.m. today (Aug. 13), with maximum sustained winds of 60 mph and moving west-northwest at 12 mph; National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu also issued a tropical storm warning for Maui County.
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Top 10 things to do on Big Island for Aug. 14-20 — weather permitting
There once again is no lack of fun happening during events around the Big Island this weekend and beyond; however, it will be extremely prudent to call ahead before you go in case there are cancellations caused by the impending possible tropical cyclone in the forecast.
Puʻukoholā Heiau National Historic Site celebrating 54th anniversary with free Hawaiian Cultural Festival
Kamehameha the Great, the first person to unite the warring islands into the Kingdom of Hawai’i, had the major temple built by thousands and thousands of men from 1790 to 1791.
2026 ‘Ohina Labs application deadline quickly approaching for filmmakers
There’s just 1 more week left to submit short screenplays and apply for a free annual workshop this fall, with a chance to win the ‘Ohina Greenlight Award — receiving support for their winning script to become a completed short film produced and filmed in Hawai‘i.
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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.
Consumers reminded to review insurance policies ahead of inclement weather
With the first of two approaching Pacific weather systems possibly causing heavy rain and flooding over the weekend, the Hawaiʻi Department of Commerce and Consumer Affairs, Insurance Division is encouraging residents to take steps now to make filing insurance claims easier after damage has occurred.
Mokulele Airlines expands inter-island fleet with three new aircraft
Mokulele Airlines added three new Cessna 208 Caravan aircraft to its inter-island fleet Thursday. Airline staff hosted blessing ceremonies on Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi, and in Honolulu to launch the expansion.
Hawai‘i County plans to open shelters as Lala takes aim at Big Island
Several county facilities and services will also be closed or suspended during the weekend because of the storm; University of Hawai'i at Hilo, Hawai'i Community College facilities and activities also impacted by approaching tropical cyclone.
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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.
