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NewsWPLG Local 10August 23, 2026Miami-Dade

Tropical Storm Moke threatens Hawaii with heavy rain and flooding

Tropical Storm Moke is expected to drop up to 15 inches of rain on Hawaii's Big Island, creating a risk of life-threatening flooding and mudslides in areas already damaged by Hurricane Lala. Residents are advised to shelter in place and avoid travel as the storm passes south of the island chain.

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Why It Matters

Residents in hurricane-stricken areas face renewed risks of flooding and infrastructure damage, with over 6,500 customers already without power from previous storm activity.

Key Facts

  • Tropical Storm Moke is forecast to produce 10 to 15 inches of rain on the Big Island.
  • Hawaii County Mayor Kimo Alameda advised residents to shelter in place and stay off roads.
  • Over 6,500 customers in Hawaii County remain without power due to the previous Hurricane Lala.
  • Two deaths have been confirmed in Hawaii linked to Hurricane Lala.
  • Hurricane Lala previously dropped 43.54 inches of rain on the northeast coast of the Big Island.
  • Tropical Storm Moke's center was located 320 miles south-southwest of Hilo with 40 mph winds.
  • Emergency shelters have been opened at several locations in Hawaii County.
  • Eastern Maui is expected to receive up to 6 inches of rain from Moke.
  • Tropical Storm Iselle formed in the eastern Pacific with 50 mph winds, currently far from land.

Who's Mentioned

organizationNational Hurricane Center“Provided weather tracking and forecasts”personKimo Alameda“Hawaii County Mayor who issued safety advice”locationBig Island“Primary area affected by Tropical Storm Moke”personJosh Green“Governor of Hawaii who urged residents to prepare”locationHawaii“State impacted by storms”