Hurricane Weakens to Tropical Storm on Big Island, Causing Power Outages and Flooding
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The storm is bringing heavy rain and damaging wind to the Big Island. Lala has weakened to a tropical storm, according to the National Weather Service (NWS), after it earlier had strengthened to a Category 1 hurricane, resulting in flooding across the Hawaiian Islands and causing at least one death.
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NPR NewsWhat's next for Lala Tropical storm warnings were in effect for the islands of Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, Oahu, Kauai and Niihau as the storm moves west, raising the possibility of destructive flooding and even wildfires kicked up by strong winds.
Associated PressWhat’s next for Lala Tropical storm warnings were in effect for the islands of Maui, Molokai, Lanai, Kahoolawe, Oahu, Kauai and Niihau as the storm moves west, raising the possibility of destructive flooding and even wildfires kicked up by strong winds.
New York PostLala was approaching the southern end of the Big Island, where forecasters warned of life-threatening flooding and mudslides. San Francisco Chronicle via Getty Images
BBC NewsPublished Hawaii is facing flash floods that may have swept some homes away after category one Hurricane Lala skirted Big Island, as it continues to grapple with strong winds and torrential rain.
The Daily WireLala, since downgraded to tropical storm status, battered several of the islands with strong winds and heavy rains without officially making landfall on any of them. Roughly 65% of electric customers on the Big Island were without power Sunday morning, and more than 130,000 households were dark across Hawaii’s three largest islands, according to NPR. A flood watch remains in effect for Oahu, Kauai and Niihau through late Sunday night.
PBS NewsHourLala is again a tropical storm, sending drenching rain and winds across the Hawaiian islands Tropical storm conditions were spreading westward Sunday from Maui to Oahu and then Kauai.
ReutersHurricane Lala nears Hawaii's Big Island, governor warns - Reuters Hurricane Lala nears Hawaii's Big Island, governor warns Reuters
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More than 130,000 households were without power Sunday morning across Hawaii’s three largest islands, according to the utility tracker poweroutage.us. At least three hospitals were operating on generator power, Gov. Josh Green said.
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New York PostMore than 130,000 households were without power Sunday morning across Hawaii’s three largest islands, according to the utility tracker poweroutage.us. At least three hospitals were operating on generator power, Green said.
NPR NewsMore than 130,000 households were without power Sunday morning across Hawaii's three largest islands, according to the utility tracker poweroutage.us. At least three hospitals were operating on generator power, Gov. Josh Green said.
BBC NewsGreen said three hospitals had also lost power but had backup generators. In Maui, some residents have also been left without water supply as of Saturday afternoon.
ABC NewsMore than 129,700 utility customers remain without power across Hawaii on Sunday morning, with the majority in Hawaii County, according to PowerOutage.us.
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Residents prepared for worst As the hurricane approached, shelters were opened, events were canceled and ranchers were urged to leave their cattle in pastures rather than structures that might collapse. Many residents are still dealing with the aftermath of devastating floods in March and were taking precautions.
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Associated PressResidents prepared for worst As the hurricane approached, shelters were opened, events were canceled and ranchers were urged to leave their cattle in pastures rather than structures that might collapse. Many residents are still dealing with the aftermath of devastating floods in March and were taking precautions.
BBC NewsResidents were repeatedly urged by officials to prepare for the storm early. Local message boards on Facebook show residents filling bags with sand to protect their homes and inquiring about whether stores remained open in the early hours of Saturday.
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Mike Caputo, who lives in Keaau, near the Big Island’s east coast, said his power generator was ready and a 10,000-gallon (37.8 kiloliter) home water tank was full. His main concern was flash flooding and fallen trees, especially albizia, a common tree.
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NPR NewsMike Caputo, who lives in Keaau, near the Big Island's east coast, said his power generator was ready and a 10,000-gallon (37.8 kiloliter) home water tank was full. His main concern was flash flooding and fallen trees, especially albizia, a common tree.
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Warnings posted everywhere Christine Matsuda, who lives in Waimea, on the northern side of the island, said "big gusts every few minutes rattle the whole house."
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Associated PressWarnings posted everywhere Christine Matsuda, who lives in Waimea, on the northern side of the island, said “big gusts every few minutes rattle the whole house.”
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“Officers are directing traffic and closing unsafe roadways. Crews have responded to numerous downed trees and debris, including multiple trees that fell along Pali Highway,” the statement read. “HPD is also coordinating with the Hawaiʻi National Guard and other first responder agencies. National Guard all-terrain vehicles capable of navigating high water and flooded areas have been strategically pre-positioned across the island and are ready for rapid deployment if needed.”
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ABC NewsAbout 180 Hawaii National Guard members were activated and positioned across the state to support rescue operations. High-water vehicles were also placed in each county, and additional military and federal resources were available if needed.
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The flight chaos stretched across Hawaii. Saturday’s service disruptions included:
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BBC NewsAccording to the governor, 190 flights have been postponed. At Ellison Onizuka Kona International - Big Island's largest airport - 40% of flights were grounded on Saturday, according to tracker Flightaware. Some 80% of flights were called off at its other main airport, Hilo International.
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01 New York Times As Lala Lashes Hawaii, the Atlantic Hurricane Season Remains Calm. So Far. An El Niño weather pattern is expected to limit activity into the fall, providing a stabilizing force.
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02 ABC News At one point, rain was falling at a rate of 3 to 5 inches per hour in some areas, according to the NWS.
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03 New York Post Lala was downgraded to a tropical storm as of Sunday morning, according to the National Hurricane Center.
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04 The Daily Wire Honolulu Police released a statement, warning residents not to travel unless absolutely necessary and noting that dispatchers had already fielded more than 100 storm-related calls.
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05 BBC News Meteorologist Jennifer Myers, who lives in Hilo, eastern Big Island, said landslides had already cut off some roads, while power lines had been ripped down by falling trees.
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06 Associated Press The possibility the island could witness its first direct hit from a hurricane in 155 years faded as the eye of the storm passed the island’s southern tip. Landfall is not expected at this point, said National Weather Service meteorologist Joseph Clark.
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