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Hurricane warning issued for Hawaii’s Big Island as Tropical Storm Lala nears
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk Justin Boggs , as published by NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· August 14, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The storm's path is expected to take it near Hawaii's Big Island, possibly making landfall.
Heavy rain is a major concern for Hawaii residents as a storm approaches. Forecasters predict this could lead to mudslides and flooding due to the island's terrain. The storm's path is expected to take it near Hawaii's Big Island, possibly making landfall.
Further details about the storm's trajectory are available. The situation is being monitored as the storm strengthens. Residents in other areas, including Nashville , can find more information about the storm from news sources such as NewsChannel 5 WTVF.
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Category: local Published: August 14, 2026 Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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