Tropical Storm Moke advances toward Hawaii as winds strengthen
Forecasters warn Tropical Storm Moke could bring 5 to 10 inches of rain to the Big Island, increasing flash flood and mudslide risks on ground saturated by Hurricane Lala.
- Tropical Storm Moke formed Friday in the eastern Pacific, becoming Hawaii's second tropical system in less than two weeks with 45 mph winds threatening the Big Island.
- Following Hurricane Lala's devastating impact, Hawaii remains in recovery with over 11,000 Big Island customers still without power and widespread flooding destroying homes, particularly in Naalehu.
- A Flood Watch is in effect for the Big Island as the National Hurricane Center expects 5 to 10 inches of rain, with localized pockets up to 15 inches.
- Governor Josh Green and emergency officials are gathering supplies and monitoring the Wahiawa dam, which rose over 6 meters after Lala, while urging residents to evacuate vulnerable areas.
- Heavy rainfall is expected to begin late Saturday or early Sunday on the Big Island, with potential impacts extending to other islands by Monday as recovery efforts accelerate.
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Tropical Storm Moke advances toward Hawaii as winds strengthen
The National Hurricane Center says Tropical Storm Moke has formed in the Pacific Ocean. It is on track to bring another round of heavy rain and wind to Hawaii as residents are still recovering from Hurricane Lala.
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