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Hurricane forecasters put Hawaii on alert as tropical storm brews
USA Today • • nation
Key Points:
- Hawaii is on alert for a potential tropical system with a 90% chance of developing into a tropical depression within 48 hours, posing a threat as the state continues recovering from Hurricane Lala.
- While forecast models mostly predict the storm will stay south of Hawaii, some suggest it could approach or directly impact the Big Island, potentially complicating ongoing recovery efforts.
- Hurricane Lala caused significant damage with over 40 inches of rain in some areas, damaging or destroying at least 100 homes and leaving about 20,000 customers without power as of August 19.
- The ongoing El Niño event is contributing to warmer Pacific sea surface temperatures, increasing the likelihood of an active tropical storm season in the region.
- Authorities and weather experts urge residents to closely monitor updates as storm details and forecasts remain uncertain and subject to change.
