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Hawaii Braces for Rare Tropical Storm Direct Hit
13 Aug
Summary
- Hawaii anticipates tropical storm by August 14, potentially named Lala.
- Eastern Pacific storm, Hernan, weakens and won't impact land.
- Atlantic may see tropical storm Dolly forming near Africa.
Hawaii faces the unusual threat of a direct tropical storm impact, with "Potential Tropical Cyclone One-C" expected to form by the night of August 13. This storm, likely to be named Lala, could bring significant winds, heavy rain, and high waves to the main islands over the weekend beginning August 14. Island authorities are urging preparedness for potential flooding and high winds.
Meanwhile, in the eastern Pacific, Tropical Storm Hernan formed early on August 13 but is forecast to weaken and move southwestward, posing no threat to land. The Atlantic Ocean is also active, with forecasters monitoring a disturbance that could become Tropical Storm Dolly by August 13 or 14. This system is moving westward between Africa and the Lesser Antilles, but dry air and wind shear are expected to limit its development, making survival through the weekend unlikely. A second Atlantic disturbance is also being watched near the Cabo Verde Islands.
While the developing Atlantic storm might not bring high winds to areas like the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico, it could deliver much-needed rain. As of August 13, no direct impacts to the mainland United States were anticipated from the Atlantic systems. The focus remains on the potential for Lala to bring rare tropical storm conditions to Hawaii.
