- Hurricane Lala is closing in on Hawaii, prompting supply runs and flood barrier installations in Maui County.
- Hurricane Lala impacted the island chain.
- Tropical Storm Lala impacted multiple islands including Kauai, Maui, and Oahu, bringing hurricane-force gusts and heavy rain.
- Storm Lala is expected to impact Kauaʻi, and a Flood Watch is in effect for Niʻihau.
Kauaʻi Issues Advisories on Recovery Operations Following Tropical Storm Lala
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What happened
As recovery efforts continued across the state following Tropical Storm Lala, the Kauaʻi Police Department issued advisories regarding island-wide operations. The department requested the public limit travel to essential trips only due to ongoing recovery operations. On September 12, the advisories included a single-lane closure on Kaumuali’i Highway (Route 50) between 8:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. for storm cleanup at multiple locations.
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Why it matters
The advisories are part of the islandwide response, which includes collaboration between County, State, and utility crews. The police department noted that delays caused by non-essential traffic are pushing back debris clearing, utility restoration, and road repairs.
Tropical Storm Lala impacted multiple islands, including Kauaʻi, Maui, and Oahu, bringing hurricane-force gusts and heavy rain.
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Who's involved
- KauaʻiIsland undergoing recovery operations and issuing public advisories
- Derek KawakamiMayor of Kauaʻi, discussing island protocols and mutual aid
- HawaiiState of Hawaii, within which Kauaʻi is located
- Lihue AirportLihue Airport, the primary entry point for Kauaʻi
How it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Jill Tokuda toured the Pacific Missile Range Facility in Kauaʻi to assess storm damage, which is a major employer on the island.Sub-event
- Services housed in Kapule Building were affected on Kauaʻi, prompting Mayor Kawakami to comment on the island's recovery path.Sub-event
- Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative serves the island during severe weather, leading to customer surges at major retailers like Costco.Sub-event
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Related events
- The American Red Cross is assisting in recovery efforts in Kauaʻi following the passage of Hurricane Lowell.
- Storms are hitting Kauaʻi, with Robert Ballard and Puakea Nogelmeier involved in tracking efforts.
- Gov. Green prepares for storms in Hawaiʻi and sends resources to Kauaʻi.
- Businesses in Kauaʻi are recovering from Hurricane Lowell, while both islands face climate change-fueled disasters.
- A hurricane warning has been issued affecting both Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, leading to flight suspensions at Lihue Airport.