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Tropical Storm Lala strengthens to hurricane as it nears Hawaii's Big Island; Canada warns against non-essential travel to Hawaii County

Daily Hive+2 sources14 August 2026 · 18:36 UTC
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“The storm is forecast to bring 8-12 inches of rain, with up to 25 inches in some areas, and a storm surge of 1-3 feet. Governor Josh Green urged residents to have 14 days of supplies, as the storm could be the first direct hit on the Big Island since 2016.”
What to expect as Tropical Storm Lala nears Hawaii's Big Island
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What to expect as Tropical Storm Lala nears Hawaii's Big Island
Tropical Storm Lala threatens Hawaii with harsh flooding and potential hurricane status
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Tropical Storm Lala threatens Hawaii with harsh flooding and potential hurricane status
Hawaii County mayor braces for Lala's potential hurricane fury
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Hawaii County mayor braces for Lala's potential hurricane fury
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“On Thursday, the Government of Canada shared an update to its United States travel advisory, urging tourists to “avoid non-essential travel to Hawaii County.””
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“Tropical Storm Lala is set to hit Hawaii’s Big Island with hurricane force in a matter of hours, bringing dangerous winds, heavy rainfall and high surf in a sign of what a strengthening “super” El Niño in the Pacific may bring.”
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“President Donald Trump's administration on Friday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow it to continue construction of his $400 million White House ​ballroom after an appeals court ruled the project lacked the necessary approval from Congress.”
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