Hurricane Lala Sparks Flash Floods in Hawaii as Strong Winds and Rain Persist Hurricane Lala has left a trail of destruction across Hawaii, including flash floods that have swept homes away.
The storm's category one status belies its severe impact, which underscores the growing threat posed by climate change to island communities.
The National Weather Service issued dire warnings about major rainfall flooding and rapid river overflows, which are all too familiar in a region where natural disasters have become increasingly common.