Hurricane Lala weakens to tropical storm as flooding continues in Hawaii

Hurricane Lala, which has weakened to a tropical storm, passed south of Hawaii, sparing the Big Island from direct landfall but still causing severe weather conditions. Winds and heavy rain are affecting multiple islands, with over 60,000 households losing power and reports of one fatality. Flash flooding and mudslides are concerns, especially with rainfall totals projected to reach up to 90 cm (35 inches) in some areas. Tropical storm warnings remain active across several islands.

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