Tropical Storm Lala Update: Damaging winds, heavy rain, flooding, and dangerous surf are expected across Hawaiʻi Island. Complete preparations now before conditions worsen.
Source: NOAA National Hurricane Center | Advisory 11 • 5:00 PM HST, Friday, August 14, 2026
Lala Storm
Information and Resources
If you or your household were impacted by Lala and need recovery assistance, submit a request at: bit.ly/vh-rfa
Residents can use the form to report storm-related needs and share what type of assistance they are seeking as soon as they are able following storm impacts.
Requests submitted through the form will help Vibrant Hawaiʻi and its nonprofit, business, government, and community partners understand what families need and coordinate available resources and support across Hawaiʻi Island.
Donations to support Vibrant Hawaiʻi's response and recovery efforts can be made at: vibranthawaii.org/donate
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Hurricane Season Checklist
What can you do right NOW to keep you and your ʻohana ready for emergencies.
Plan Ahead
☐ Review your homeowners or renters insurance.
☐ Sign up for emergency alerts and download weather apps.
☐ Know your evacuation route and family communication plan.
Build Your Emergency Kit
☐ Stock 14 days of water, food, medications, and pet supplies.
☐ Refresh your Go Bag.
☐ Include flashlights, batteries, a radio, first aid kit, and phone chargers.
Prepare Your Home
☐ Trim hazardous trees and clear gutters and drainage areas.
☐ Photograph or video your home and valuables for insurance.
☐ Secure important documents in a waterproof container.
☐ Do your laundry and put extra pair of dry clothing, bedding, and linens in garbage bags to keep dry.
Prepare for Power Outages
☐ Keep your vehicle at least half full of gas.
☐ Charge phones and backup batteries.
☐ Test generators or portable power stations and use generators only outdoors.
Department of Human Services:
SNAP Food Replacement
Hawaiʻi Island residents can email their completed form to: southhilopc@dhs.hawaii.gov or westhawaiipc@dhs.hawaii.gov.
Koʻolau residents can email their completed form to: koolaupc@dhs.hawaii.gov
Alternatively, physically drop off at your DHS Processing Center.
For further assistance, call 1-855-643-1643 to get started.
Resources
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Residential Damage Assessment - Self Reporting Tool
The City and County of Honolulu's Department of Emergency Management has developed this online form to enable Oahu residents to self-report damage to their homes from the recent disaster. The purpose of this form is only to collect information that will help local officials understand the damage that occurred and impacts on the community. The City will also use this information to determine whether the City can request federal assistance programs.
Emergency Shelters
North Kohala: Hisaoka Gym, 54-382 Kamehameha Park Road, Kapaau, HI 96755
Waikoloa: Waikoloa Elementary School Cafeteria, 68-1730 Hooko St, Waikoloa Village, HI 96738
Waimea: Kahilu Town Hall, 67-1182 Lindsey Rd, Waimea, HI 96743
Honokaʻa: Honokaʻa Armory, 45-527 Pakalana St, Honokaʻa, HI 96727
Laupāhoehoe: Laupāhoehoe Charter School Band Room, 35-2065 Old Mamalahoa Hwy, Laupāhoehoe, HI 96764
Hilo: Waiakea High School Gymnasium, 155 W Kawili St, Hilo, HI 96720
Keaʻau: Keaʻau Armory, 16-512 Volcano Rd, Keaau, HI 96749
Pāhoa: Pāhoa Neighborhood Facility (Pāhoa Park Community Center), 15-2910 Kauhale St., Pāhoa.
Pāhala: Pāhala Gymnasium, 96-1219 Kamani Street, Pahala, HI 96777
Nāʻālehu: Nāʻālehu Elementary School Gymnasium, 95-5545 Mamalahoa Hwy, Naalehu, HI 96772
Captain Cook: Yano Hall, 82-6145 Mamalahoa Hwy, Captain Cook, HI 96704
Kailua-Kona: Kealakehe High School Gymnasium, 74-5000 Puohulihuli St, Kailua-Kona, HI 96740
This guide is a practical household preparedness resource created by Vibrant Hawaiʻi to help Hawaiʻi Island residents prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies. It includes disaster-specific safety guidance, emergency planning worksheets, evacuation and communication tips, preparedness checklists, and links to trusted local resources for hazards such as hurricanes, tsunamis, earthquakes, wildfires, flooding, volcanic eruptions, and more.
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