Vanessa Almanza
Coverage of Vanessa Almanza in the Nexus archive.
- Hawaii's Big Island under rare hurricane landfall threat as Tropical Storm Lala strengthens
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.
- A rare hurricane landfall threat for Hawaii's Big Island as strengthening Tropical Storm Lala nears
Tropical Storm Lala is expected to strengthen into a hurricane before approaching Hawaii's Big Island, potentially marking its first landfall since 1871. The storm threatens heavy rains, which could cause destructive flooding and mudslides, with rainfall totals reaching as high as 25 inches in some spots on the Big Island. Warnings are issued for both the Big Island and Maui County, advising residents to prepare for potential strong winds and life-threatening surf.