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Hurricane Lala sparks flash floods in Hawaii as strong winds and rain persist

BBC 3h ago 3 newsrooms in 3 countries

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Officials say flash flooding may have swept away homes with people in them in worst-hit areas.

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Why it matters: Homes in worst-hit areas may have been swept away with occupants inside, creating immediate risk of death or serious injury in affected communities.
Most affected: Residents in worst-hit Hawaiian areas — Homes may have been swept away with people inside them.
Likely next: Whether casualty figures are reported and whether the extent of property damage is assessed.

Also reported by: Deutsche Welle, France 24

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