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Tropical Storm Lala expected to reach hurricane strength as Hawaii braces
Summary by The Galveston Editorial Desk Thao Nguyen, USA TODAY , as published by Galveston County Daily News
· August 14, 2026
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Tropical Storm Lala is expected to strengthen as it makes its way toward Hawaii on Aug. 14, eventually reaching hurricane status as it approaches the Big Island early on Aug. 15, forecasters said.
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