A flash flood emergency was triggered on Hawaii Island due to torrential rainfall from Hurricane Lala. The heavy rain caused significant damage, with two homes reportedly swept away in the Kau District. The National Weather Service issued the emergency alert, describing the situation as particularly dangerous.

Residents in affected areas were urged to seek higher ground due to the extreme rainfall and ongoing flash flooding. Further details on the situation are available from local news sources, including the specific locations impacted by the alert, such as Hawaii Volcanoes National Park and surrounding areas.