Tropical Storm Lala hits Maui County
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.