Hurricane Lala leaves thousands without power in Hawaii
Hurricane Lala has knocked out power for thousands of residents on Hawaii's Big Island. The National Hurricane Center is warning of life-threatening flooding and mudslides, with up to 25 inches of rain forecast.
Hurricane Lala has cut power to thousands of homes and businesses across Hawaii's Big Island, with utility crews scrambling to restore service in areas where falling trees and wind-driven debris damaged lines. Local officials warned that repairs in some rural areas could take days.
The National Hurricane Center is warning of "life-threatening flooding and mudslides," with as much as 25 inches of rain forecast for parts of the island. Mountain streams and low-lying valleys are considered especially vulnerable, and authorities have urged residents in flood-prone areas to be ready to evacuate.
Hawaii's governor has declared a state of emergency for the affected areas and placed National Guard units on standby. The storm has also disrupted tourism, with airlines cutting flights to the Big Island and hotels issuing safety advisories to guests as the island braces for the storm's continued approach.
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