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Green Declares Emergency for Tropical Storm Lala in Hawaii

8/14/2026

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Governor Josh Green declared an emergency on Aug. 13, 2026 for Tropical Storm Lala.
The proclamation activates the Major Disaster Fund, authorizes Hawaii's National Guard and orders agencies to provide resources.
National Hurricane Center director Michael Brennan said the storm has 40 mph winds, moves west at 9 mph, and may produce 5-10 inches of rain, waves over 30 feet and a hurricane watch with a tropical storm warning for Hawaii Island.

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Governor Josh Green declared an emergency on Aug. 13, 2026 for Tropical Storm Lala.
The proclamation activates the Major Disaster Fund, authorizes Hawaii's National Guard and orders agencies to provide resources.
National Hurricane Center director Michael Brennan said the storm has 40 mph winds, moves west at 9 mph, and may produce 5-10 inches of rain, waves over 30 feet and a hurricane watch with a tropical storm warning for Hawaii Island.