Tropical Storm Lala forms near Hawaii, hurricane warning issued for the Big Island

TL;DR

Tropical Storm Lala formed in the Pacific Ocean and is heading towards Hawaii.
A hurricane warning is issued for the Big Island of Hawaii.
Maui County is under a tropical storm watch.
Lala is expected to strengthen into a hurricane before reaching the Big Island.
The storm could bring 5 to 10 inches of rain, with up to 25 inches possible, potentially causing flooding and mudslides.
Hawaii Governor Josh Green has declared a state of emergency.
Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island will close most areas to visitors.
Tropical Storm Hernan also formed in the Pacific but is not expected to threaten land.

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