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Hawaii Prepares For Possible First Hurricane Direct Hit In Decades

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PublishedAugust 15, 2026
Hawaii is getting ready for a hurricane. It may hit the islands directly. This could be the first direct hit in 34 years. The storm is called Lala. In the worst case, it could bring a lot of rain. On the Big Island, the rain could reach about 25 inches. That is very dangerous. People may face flooding and strong winds. Hawaii teams are watching the weather closely. They want people to stay safe and be ready.
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