Downpours flood the Midwest as Lala barrels toward Hawaii
Tropical Storm Lala threatens Hawaii's Big Island with rainfall and strong winds. Meanwhile, relentless rain floods parts of the Midwest. Lana Zak reports from the banks of the rising Iowa River, and John Elliott has the forecast.
Tropical Storm Lala is threatening Hawaii's Big Island with rainfall and strong winds. The storm was already whipping and soaking the island early on Saturday and is expected to strengthen into a hurricane as it approaches land. According to the Associated Press, this would be the first hurricane to make landfall on the Big Island in 155 years.
A hurricane warning has been issued for the Big Island, and a tropical storm warning is in effect for Maui County, which includes the islands of Maui, Molokai, Lanai, and Kahoolawe. The National Hurricane Center warns that higher elevations could get as much as 25 inches of rain, which could cause life-threatening mudslides.
Meanwhile, parts of the Midwest are experiencing flooding due to relentless rain. CBS News reports that the Iowa River is rising, with correspondent Lana Zak reporting from the banks of the river.
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