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Aloha All,

You really won't need to chnage your plans because of this storm, but of course its better to be safe than sorry!!

Here is a general update regarding Tropical Storm Lala based on the latest advisory from the National Weather Service (NWS) and emergency management agencies.

Overview & Status

System: Tropical Storm Lala (NWS named)
is currently 700 miles southeast of Hawaii Island
Intensity: Potentially reaching hurricane strength as it approaches Hawaiʻi Island
Watches & Warnings (Watch means conditions are possible; Warning means conditions are expected):
A Hurricane Watch is in effect for Hawaiʻi Island only (Big Island) and surrounding waters.
Maui is not expected to receive a Hurricane Watch at this time, but tropical storm-force winds are expected.
Monitoring: The Maui Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and all State County EOCs are actively monitoring and moving to activation, working with public safety partners and community groups to prepare and disseminate information on storm preparedness. Debris clearance, sand bag preparation, high-water vehicle readiness, and the full spectrum of preparedness and rapid response are being readied. Activation of the Joint Information Center and a statewide public information readiness campaign are also underway.
Arrival Timeline (Tropical Storm Force Winds):
Hawaiʻi Island (Big Island): As early as Friday night.
Central State (Maui Nui / Oʻahu): Saturday morning.
Kauaʻi: Saturday evening.
Threat Matrix & Expected Impacts
Flash Flooding:
Big Island: Friday through Friday night.
Central State: Saturday.
Statewide: Conditions lingering into Sunday.
Wind:
Big Island: Late Friday night (tropical storm to possible hurricane strength) (40+ MPH gusts)
Island Chain: Continuing westward through the state Saturday into Sunday.
Maui: Tropical storm force winds expected.
Surf & Marine:
Today: High surf advisory currently in effect is unrelated to Lala.
Friday – Sunday: Elevated swells generated by Lala will impact east-facing shores.
Rainfall:
Heavy rainfall is primarily expected to impact Hawaiʻi Island and Maui.
Closures:
No closures of schools or public facilities have been issued.
Emergency Declaration:
It is expected that Governor Green will declare an emergency as a precaution to ensure that the full weight of the State's response resources will be available.
Please take the necessary precautions, as we prepare for the storm's arrival. Mahalo for your attention, and please stay safe.

Today’s tip:

So sad they are charging outrageous fees to see things now. I understand a small fee for upkeep and maintenance but it’s getting ridiculous!!!

Located in Hilo, this is one of the Big Island's most beautiful and easily accessible waterfalls. 💦

⚠️ It was also once one of the best free things to do on the Big Island. But no more. As of January 2026, there's now a $10 parking fee plus $5 per visitor (for non-residents).

📍 Waiānuenue (Rainbow Falls), Big Island
📸 Next Stop Hawaii

Something they don’t tell tourists about but should!!!

Most visitors think the dangerous part of Hawaii is the ocean. What actually keeps people hospitalized for weeks starts somewhere far more ordinary.

My neighbor Keoni did one ordinary thing before a morning smoothie. Nothing you'd think twice about. Two weeks later he was in the ER, sure he was having a stroke. Three weeks in the hospital. His short-term memory still isn't the same.

He never ate anything strange. What he did wrong is something visitors do here every day. It leaves nothing you could see or rinse off. One young man in Puna spent three months in a coma. He's permanently disabled.

The state had to warn doctors to look harder, because the early signs read like flu. Most mainland doctors have never seen a case.

Here's the part that could save you. There's one thing you can say in the ER that changes how they treat you. 👇