Videos Show Hurricane Lala Wash Away Roads, Bridges After Catastrophic Rain
Summary
Hurricane Lala caused severe flooding and damage in Hawaii, washing away roads and bridges and leaving hundreds of thousands of people without power. The storm weakened to a tropical storm but caused heavy rain, mudslides, and power outages that are still being repaired.Key Facts
- Hurricane Lala hit Hawaii with heavy rain and hurricane-force winds, then became a tropical storm as it moved west.
- The northern coast of Hawaii Island received up to 42.69 inches of rain, with over 31 inches falling in 24 hours.
- At least 100 homes were damaged or destroyed, and multiple islands suffered major infrastructure damage.
- Floodwaters washed away roads and caused mudslides and flooding that trapped some residents.
- About 178,400 customers remain without electricity across Hawaii, with the hardest hit on Oahu and Hawaii Island.
- Restoration crews are working on major power lines but face challenges like flooding and unstable ground.
- Emergency agencies warn of ongoing dangers from debris, contaminated water, and downed power lines.
- Officials are investigating deaths during the storm to see if they were caused by Hurricane Lala.
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