Global Politics Report Editorial

Hawaii braces for potential first direct hit by a hurricane in 34 years

In a worst-case scenario, category one Lala could dump up to 25in (63cm) of rain on Big Island.

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Source: BBC News

Politics desk: Policy

Published: Aug. 15, 2026 at 07:34 PM ET

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Original source: BBC News