Tropical Storm Moke Expected to Bring Up to 15 Inches of Rain in Hawaii: Maps and Projected Path

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Tropical Storm Moke is projected to skirt south of the Hawaiian Islands, bringing heavy rain and wind.
The storm follows Hurricane Lala, which caused serious damage to the islands.
Officials warn that even moderate rain and wind from Moke could trigger flooding, debris, downed trees, and power outages due to saturated ground from Lala.
The Big Island is expected to receive 5 to 10 inches of rain, with up to 15 inches in some areas, potentially causing life-threatening flooding and mudslides.
Eastern Maui could see 3 to 6 inches of rain, while other islands may receive 1 to 2 inches.
Hawaii has activated its joint information center and requested an emergency declaration from the White House for both Lala and Moke.
An El Niño climate pattern is contributing to warming ocean waters, fueling an above-average hurricane season in the region.

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