Tropical Storm Lala hits Maui County

Aug 15, 2026

Maui County is under a tropical storm warning as Lala moves west, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and the threat of flooding.

  • Emergency operations are at full activation, with crews and equipment already positioned across the islands.
  • A tree came down upcountry and rockslides have hit the Hana Highway, so only local traffic is being urged into East Maui and Hana.
  • Low-lying South Maui, including recently reopened South Kihei Road, is the biggest flooding worry, along with the usual flood-prone gulches.
  • A few people have gone to evacuation points at Baldwin High School and in Kihei, with shelters also open on Lanai and Molokai.
  • Residents are told to stock 14 days of supplies, avoid driving through flooded roads, and brace for high winds and power outages.

Outlook: The area stays at risk of flash flooding, high winds, and outages as the storm passes, with daily briefings continuing while the alert holds.

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