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Lala downgraded to tropical storm, but damaging winds, heavy rain to persist across Hawaii
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· August 17, 2026
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Key points Further details about the storm's impact are available from Hawaii News Now. Local authorities have issued warnings for several areas, including Oahu and Maui County.
A storm is affecting Hawaii, causing damage. The storm's path is being tracked as it moves westward. Local authorities have issued warnings for several areas, including Oahu and Maui County.
Further details about the storm's impact are available from Hawaii News Now. The National Hurricane Center and National Weather Service have provided graphics to help track the storm.
Warnings and advisories are in place for flooding and high surf, among other things. The storm is expected to continue affecting the area, with its center passing south of certain islands.
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Category: local Published: August 17, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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