"First Alert Forecast: Moke's outer bands will impact the Big Island of Hawaii initially this weekend."

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Published on 09:11 GMT
Hawaii’s coral reefs are covered by insurance. Hurricane Lala triggered a payout
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - You can buy insurance for your car and your home. But Hawaii’s coral reefs have been insured against damage from hurricanes and tropical storms since 2022. For the first time, a hurricane has triggered a payout from that …
Source: Hawaii News Now - Neutral
Published on 06:59 GMT
First Alert Forecast: Moke’s outer bands will impact the Big Island of Hawaii initially this weekend
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - Tropical Depression Two-C slowly found its footing this morning and is now officially Tropical Storm Moke. The good news on the path front: official NHC forecasts keep the center of the storm passing south of the island chain. …
Source: Hawaii News Now - Neutral
Published on 10:48 GMT
Tropical Storm Moke nears Hawaii amid Lala recovery
Tropical Storm Moke is expected to stay south of the Hawaiian Islands this weekend, but emergency officials are watching the system closely as it’s expected to bring up to 15 inches of rain to parts of the already-saturated Big Island. Moke approaches …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on 10:08 GMT
Tropical Storm Moke continues toward Hawaii
The National Weather Service on Friday afternoon posted a storm watch for the Big Island for late tonight through Monday through Monday afternoon. In addition, a tropical storm warning is in effect for all Hawaii offshore waters between 40 and 240 nautical …
Source: Hawaii Tribune Herald - Neutral
Published on 05:02 GMT
Verizon prepares Hawaii's network for another storm after Hurricane Lala
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Verizon is preparing its network and emergency response resources as another tropical storm approaches Hawaii following Hurricane Lala's impacts last week. The telcom company said it teams continue to work around the clock to …
Source: KITV - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on 05:43 GMT
‘Such a joy’: Hawaii roots bond local players on California Golden Bears roster
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - The California Golden Bears football roster features a significant amount of talent from Hawaiʻi. Eight local players are currently in Berkeley, led by starting quarterback Jaron Keawe Sagapolutele. “The Hawaiʻi to Cal pipeline …
Source: Hawaii News Now - Neutral
Published on 10:48 GMT
New Honolulu Harbor cargo terminal nearing completion
1/2 Swipe or click to see more Courtesy photos New Pasha Hawaii cranes will be installed at Piers 41, 42 and 43 to assist Hawaii’s main ocean cargo transportation companies. Below, the cranes arrived in Honolulu Harbor by tugboat on Wednesday. 2/2 …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on 12:13 GMT
Tropical Storm Moke forms, threatening more rain for flood-weary Hawaii
Tropical Storm Moke formed Friday in the Pacific Ocean, the National Hurricane Center said, on track to bring another round of heavy rain and wind to Hawaii as residents are still recovering from Hurricane Lala. Moke was located about 595 miles (960 …
Source: WTXL Tallahassee - Florida - Pending
Published on 12:01 GMT
Tropical Storm Moke Threatens Hawaii With Heavy Rain and Flooding
Tropical Storm Moke is bearing down on Hawaii, threatening to unleash heavy rain and dangerous surf on islands still recovering from Hurricane Lala. The storm was centered 545 miles southeast of Hilo late Friday, moving west-northwest at 8 mph with maximum …
Source: Times News Global - Pro-Government
Published on 10:48 GMT
Letter: New Hawaiian Airlines uniforms are too drab
Recently, I took a Hawaiian Airlines flight from Seattle to Honolulu. I was disappointed with the drab uniforms worn by the flight attendants. The uniforms do not reflect the warmth and beauty of the islands or its aloha spirit. In my opinion, Alaska …
Source: Honolulu Star-Advertiser - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on 14:13 GMT
300+ mm: Tropical Storm Moke threatens flooding rains in Hawaii
Tropical Storm Moke may bring additional dangerous weather to Hawaii this weekend, just days after Hurricane Lala brought extreme rainfall and damaging winds to the island chain. Forecasters expect significant impacts on the Big Island despite Moke’s core …
Source: The Weather Network - Neutral
Published on 07:54 GMT
TRACKING MOKE | Tropical Storm Moke approaches Hawaii with heavy rain possible
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Tropical Storm Moke will bring heavy and possibly flooding rains to the Big Island and parts of Maui. Tropical Storm Moke has winds of 45 mph and is moving west-northwest at 12 mph. The storm is 595 miles southeast of Hilo, Hawaii …
Source: KITV - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on 08:22 GMT
Take ‘The Gabber Newspaper’ to Poipu, Hawaii
August 22, 2026 by Cameron Healy Bob and Diane Mikulski took The Gabber Newspaper to Shipwreck Beach in Poipu, Hawaii. Photo by Diane Mikulski Bob and Diane Mikulski decided to take The Gabber Newspaper to Poipu, Hawaii. Looks like they took one of our …
Source: The Gabber - Florida - Neutral
Published on 07:54 GMT
Weekend Island Weather - Tropical Storm Moke brings Flood Watches to parts of Hawaii
HONOLULU (Island News) -- Tropical Storm Moke will pass south of the islands Sunday to Monday. Rainfall totals of up to 15 inches possible for isolated spots on the Big Island. Tonight, it will be partly cloudy with temperatures in the middle 70 degrees. …
Source: KITV - Hawaii - Neutral
Published on 04:13 GMT
Water catchment damage, generator shortages challenge storm prep efforts in West Hawaii
KAILUA-KONA (HawaiiNewsNow) - Kona residents are preparing for another round of severe weather this weekend while continuing to repair damage left by Hurricane Lala. Located next to the Kona Costco, Tradewinds Hawaii has served as a community hub, …
Source: Hawaii News Now - Neutral
Published on 04:13 GMT
First pier cap installed for Skyline expansion into downtown Honolulu
HONOLULU (HawaiiNewsNow) - In another step toward extending Honolulu’s Skyline rail system, crews recently installed the first pier cap on a guideway column in downtown Honolulu. Pier caps support the elevated guideway structure. The column, located along …
Source: Hawaii News Now - Neutral
Published on 11:10 GMT
Hawaii Volcanoes National Park Shuts Down as Storm and Kilauea Eruption Window Collide
Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park closed entirely at 5 p.m. HST Friday, August 21, as Tropical Storm Moke tracks toward the Big Island — shutting out visitors for the second time in two weeks at the exact moment federal geologists forecast that Kīlauea's …
Source: Travelers Today - Neutral
Published on 04:11 GMT
Tropical Storm Moke forms; over a foot of rain forecast for Hawaii
Tropical Storm Moke has formed in the vast Pacific Ocean, a system that could again threaten Hawaii with over a foot of rain just days after the state’s unwelcome visit from Hurricane Lala. “It appears the core of the storm will pass farther south of …
Source: The Spokesman-Review - Washington State - Neutral
Published on 04:09 GMT
Mystery yacht off Hawaii fuels military speculation before billionaire owner is identified
"At first, I thought it was a military vehicle." by Curtis DeaconAugust 21, 2026 Photos and video of an enormous yacht estimated to be worth more than $350 million spread online after it appeared in Hawaiian waters, leaving locals and visitors …
Source: The Cool Down - Oregon - Center-left