Big Island

The body of a Big Island woman who was missing after the storm has been discovered, according to the governor.

The OHA Board approved the first round of emergency funding designated for Kaʻū. Native Hawaiians located in the hardest-hit areas of Big Island are now eligible to receive $184,000 in relief funds following Hurricane Lala's passage near South Point.

Tropical Storm Lala caused dangerous flooding, strong winds, and massive power outages across Hawaii. As the storm exits the islands, over 150,000 customers remain without power, and at least 100 homes were damaged or lost. Additionally, a massive landslide collapsed parts of Pāhala Highway on the Big Island, creating critical access issues for nearby residents.

Storm Lala brought powerful winds and significant rainfall across Hawaii. The weather event recorded a 140 mph gust at Mauna Kea. Parts of the Big Island received over three feet of rain, while Maui also experienced substantial rainfall.

The storm named Lala caused utter devastation in Hawaiʻi while turning the island upside down. Even as it settled from a hurricane to a tropical storm, the system traveled across the island chain. It particularly hit rural Big Island harder than other areas.

Outer bands of Tropical Storm Lala are lashing the Hawaiian Islands with damaging winds and heavy rain as it tracks westward. Multiple warnings are in effect for Oahu, Maui County, and Kauai County due to its passage. Residents should prepare for potential flooding and mudslides, especially on windward Big Island.

Severe flash flooding has impacted communities located in Naalehu and Waiohinu on the Big Island. These dangerous conditions necessitated evacuations, while also triggering search-and-rescue operations due to widespread home inundations.

Following Hurricane Lala's approach to the South Point area of the Big Island on Saturday, one death occurred due to a storm-related car accident. Governor Josh Green provided an update regarding the incident.

Hurricane Lala's eyewall closely brushed up against the Big Island. However, the storm managed to avoid official landfall according to reports.

Flights traveling from L.A. to Hawaii have been disrupted due to Hurricane Lala hitting the Big Island. On Saturday, several service flights departing from LAX were canceled, impacting various destinations such as Kona, Maui, Kauai, and Honolulu.

Tropical Storm Lala is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane before making landfall on Hawaii's Big Island, an event not recorded since 1871. Forecasters warn of potential destructive flooding and life-threatening storm surges across Maui and the Big Island due to expected heavy rainfall totals up to 25 inches. Officials are urging residents to take the threat seriously and prepare for impacts regardless of whether a direct landfall occurs.

Residents on the Big Island, specifically in Hilo, are taking a developing storm named Lala seriously as they prepare for its arrival. People are stocking up on essentials like water and food before the weather moves in. Preparations have resulted in long lines at local stores and varied shelf levels.

Tropical Storm Warning has been issued for Oahu and Kauai, while Hawaii is under a Flood Watch due to approaching weather. Lala is expected to pass near the Big Island Saturday as a Category One Hurricane, affecting all Hawaii islands this weekend.

Climate change is influencing Tropical Storm Lala, which is expected to make landfall on the Big Island this Saturday. The storm is anticipated to hit as a hurricane, marking the first time such an event has occurred in recent history.

Tropical Storm Lala is currently tracking through the central Pacific Ocean. The system is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane as it approaches the Big Island of Hawaii.

Tropical Storm Lala is strengthening and currently has winds of 60 mph. A Hurricane Warning was issued as it approaches Hawaii. The National Hurricane Center expects the storm to become a hurricane while approaching the Big Island on Saturday.

A Hurricane Warning is currently in effect for Hawaii Island as Lala approaches. Additionally, a Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Maui County, while Flood Watches are also active for both Maui and the Big Island.

Due to the formation of Tropical Storm Lala, closures have been enacted on the Big Island. Consequently, Hawaii Island public schools and parts of Hawaii Volcanoes National Park will close starting Friday evening.

Public schools on the Big Island will remain open this Friday. The closure decision was avoided even though the first impacts of Tropical Storm Lala are expected to appear later that night.

Residents on the Big Island are being advised to prepare for severe weather impacts from Tropical Storm Lala. This weather event is expected to begin starting Friday and continue throughout the weekend.

Showers and thunderstorms located roughly 800 miles southeast of the Big Island strengthened into Tropical Storm Lala early Thursday morning. The National Hurricane Center reported this development, indicating that the storm targets Hawaii and is set to bring heavy rain and rough surf.

Tropical Storm Hernan formed in the Pacific Ocean but was not threatening land. Separately, a system called Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C was moving toward Hawaii, where it is forecast to bring heavy rain and flooding starting late Friday. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Cristobal weakened in the Atlantic Ocean and was expected to dissipate.

Tropical Storm Hernan formed in the Pacific Ocean west of Mexico's Baja California peninsula and was not threatening land. Meanwhile, potential Tropical Cyclone One-C is near Hawaii and is forecast to bring heavy rain, high winds, and dangerous surf starting late Friday. This system could make landfall on the southern part of the Big Island as a tropical storm, potentially producing rainfall that leads to flooding.

Officials and utility companies on the Big Island are preparing for potential wildfires and storm impacts. These preparations are being undertaken due to the approach of a tropical cyclone in the area.

Officials across Big Island, Honolulu, and Kauai are preparing for an incoming weather system. These preparations include staging response scenarios and urging residents to review their emergency plans.

A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the southern part of the Big Island late Tuesday afternoon. Following the event, it was determined that there is no tsunami threat to Hawaii.

The Big Island Election is focused on new faces filling County Council Seats. Separately, incumbents were reportedly on track to advance toward the November general election.

Tropical moisture will bring scattered showers to windward spots of the Big Island late Saturday/Sunday and continue across the rest of the state on Monday. Furthermore, a tropical low is expected to potentially develop south of the islands by midweek next week.

Light trade winds will continue through the next few days, bringing passing showers to Kauai and Oahu. Wetter weather is expected for Maui and the Big Island this weekend due to approaching tropical moisture.

A 64-year-old Hilo motorcyclist, Clifford Gouveia, died in a two-vehicle crash on the Big Island, marking the 21st traffic fatality of 2026.

Firefighters are working to extinguish a wildfire in South Kohala near Kawaihae on Saturday afternoon. The incident is located on the Big Island.

A Hawaii salvage company operating on the Big Island expressed concern that a project to recover a sunken boat from Oahu's Ala Wai Boat Harbor could jeopardize their business. The company fears the removal job may have negative financial consequences for their operations.

A woman was killed in a head-on collision on Highway 11 in the Big Island. The accident occurred after she crossed the center line on July 20.

Jacob Baker's case has been suspended for a mental health evaluation to determine his fitness to stand trial for three murders that triggered a manhunt on the Big Island. The evaluation process has sparked controversy.

Breezy trade winds and occasional showers are expected on Saturday morning in Maui County and the Big Island, with lighter winds and reduced rain chances on Sunday. Small Craft Advisories are in effect for waters near these areas due to the weather conditions.

A 4.5-magnitude earthquake struck the Big Island on July 9. The event caused no apparent impact on Mauna Loa or Kīlauea volcanoes and no expected disruption to Kīlauea's ongoing eruption.

Hawaiʻi County Council District 7 is addressing challenges related to fuel, food, and disaster preparation. The district, located on the Big Island, is the second-largest population center in the region.

A court has approved the $81 million Honuaʻula affordable rental housing project in Kona, which faced delays due to a Big Island affordable housing scandal and a dispute with a neighboring landowner.

Trade wind conditions are ongoing, with Small Craft Advisories issued for Maui County and the Big Island during the Fourth of July weekend. The weather includes big surf and seas associated with the trade winds.

Trade winds are causing rough seas, prompting Small Craft Advisories for Maui County and the Big Island this holiday weekend. Boaters are advised to exercise caution due to the ongoing weather conditions.