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Possible 1 to 2 inches of rain still forecast for Kaua‘i as Tropical Storm Moke moves south of state

With the compact nature and expected storm track south of the islands, the likelihood of tropical storm watches or warnings being necessary for the main Hawaiian Islands remains very low, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Transform crud into couture and show it off on the runway during 2026 Trashion Show

Garden Island Arts Council puts calls out for entries to participate in this special design contest and fashion show that challenges participants to rethink everyday rubbish or what otherwise might become trash by creating imaginative, unexpected and wearable art.

Kauaʻi’s land, history and food take center stage in new Harvest Dinner series

Experience Kauaʻi’s rich heritage through “Rooted in Place: A Harvest Dinner,” where Chef Pete Ghione of 1 Hotel Hanalei Bay and the Waipā Foundation transform seasonal farming traditions into a unique culinary journey.

Moke holding steady; new tropical storm expected to pass south of islands early next week as it weakens

Big Island will take brunt force of impacts from Moke, including in areas hard-hit a week ago by Hurricane Lala; however, Kauaʻi could still see a possible 1 to 2 inches of rainfall from the tropical storm.

Hawaiʻi to seek federal disaster declaration after Tropical Storm Lala

The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency is poised to request a federal disaster declaration as detailed assessments of Hurricane Lala’s devastation commence.

1.9M Olympic-size swimming pools of water inundate Hawaiʻi during Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala

Researchers at Hawaiʻi Mesonet and Hawaiʻi Climate Data Portal captured massive 1.3-trillion-gallon scale of the tropical cyclone on the Hawaiian Islands; 833 million gallons of water fell on Big Island alone.
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1.9M Olympic-size swimming pools of water inundate Hawaiʻi during Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala

Researchers at Hawaiʻi Mesonet and Hawaiʻi Climate Data Portal captured massive 1.3-trillion-gallon scale of the tropical cyclone on the Hawaiian Islands; 833 million gallons of water fell on Big Island alone.

‘All of our loved ones are scattered all over the place’

Families search for loved ones whose final resting places at 2 Big Island cemeteries were desecrated by raging floodwaters of Hurricane Lala, unearthing graves, toppling headstones and washing away caskets.

Volcano Watch: A thank you letter to Hawaiian Volcano Observatory field technicians

Next time you listen to a scientist provide updates about ongoing volcanic activity, see a map showing locations of earthquakes or check the livestream cameras at Kīlauea summit for lava, take a moment to appreciate the team that works every day to keep the data flowing.

Impending tropical cyclone forecast still shows heavy rainfall, possible wind for parts of islands

Heavy rainfall will begin to impact the Big Island late Saturday night, spreading westward across the remainder of the islands Sunday into Monday.

More than 800 vendor booths expected to be featured at 32nd annual Made in Hawaiʻi Festival

Hawaiʻi Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism again is the official government sponsor for the business festival from Aug. 20-23 at Hawaiʻi Convention Center in Honolulu, which will also feature 28 local businesses participating at the Made in Hawaiʻi Pavilion.

Hawaiʻi Department of Accounting and General Services honors exceptional employees

Department awards annual incentive and service awards; Eric Agena, engineering program manager at the Kauaʻi District Office, was named Manager of the Year.

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Wind advisory goes into effect later today for portions of Big Island

The strongest winds are expected tonight and through Sunday night as trade winds are enhanced while Tropical Storm Moke passes to the south and will impact leeward locations over mountain ridges, gaps and where winds blow downslope from higher terrain.

Tropical Storm Moke tracking south of Big Island but flooding possible for areas hard hit by Lala

While the storm's forecast track will be well south of Hawaiʻi, a flood watch goes into effect late Saturday for windward and southeast areas of the island that are still saturated from Hurricane Lala.

Frustration grows as 10,000 plus Hawaiian Electric customers reach a week without power, answers

Currently, about 11,290 Hawaiian Electric customers without power, including 9,300 in Puna and 1,300 in Kaʻū, the areas likely to be impacted the most in the state by approaching Tropical Storm Moke.

Big Island pets can vie for spots in Aloha ʻĪlio Rescue’s 2027 Calendar

Big Island pet owners can showcase their beloved pets while contributing to a good cause.

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In wake of Lala, HING helps with wellness checks in remote Kaʻū, conducts 11 assessments on Maui

Hawaiʻi National Guard personnel assisted Maui County by integrating into eight joint damage assessment teams, completing 11 comprehensive assessments of storm-affected areas.

Moke strengthens slightly; Heavy rain, gusty winds expected to begin tonight on the Big Island

Tropical Storm Moke is gaining some strength this morning. The Central Pacific Hurricane Center says heavy rain is forecast to impact the Big Island of Hawaiʻi late tonight, spreading westward across the remainder of the Hawaiian Islands Sunday into Monday. Although the strongest winds associated with Moke are expected to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands, strong gusty winds are likely, particularly in areas within and downslope of higher terrain.

Growing demand for water pushes Maui County to mull pricey desalination plans

Desalination plants, which the county hopes could create more potable water for Central, South and West Maui, could cost anywhere from $119 million to $328 million.

Maui Weather Forecast for August 22, 2026

Trade winds will continue to strengthen today as Tropical Storm Moke moves from east to west, south of the islands. This system will deliver periods of...