Tropical Storm Lala: Spaghetti Models Show Path Headed For Hawaii
Summary
Tropical Storm Lala is moving toward Hawaii and is expected to become a hurricane before reaching the Big Island. Officials have issued warnings for hurricane conditions on the Big Island and tropical storm watches for nearby islands due to strong winds and heavy rain.Key Facts
- Tropical Storm Lala was named on Thursday and is the second named storm in the Central Pacific this season.
- Lala is moving west-northwest at about 12 miles per hour.
- Maximum sustained winds are near 60 mph, with stronger gusts expected.
- The storm is forecast to strengthen into a hurricane before reaching the Big Island on Saturday.
- A hurricane warning is in place for Hawaii County (Big Island).
- A tropical storm watch covers Maui County, including Maui, Lanai, Molokai, and Kahoolawe.
- Rainfall between 8 and 12 inches is expected on Maui and the Big Island, with up to 25 inches possible in some parts of the Big Island.
- Heavy rain could cause flooding and mudslides, especially in steep areas.
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