Hurricane Lala is rapidly strengthening as it approaches Hawaii's Big Island. The storm's outer bands are already lashing the island with significant rain and strong winds.
Lala is expected to make a potentially historic hurricane landfall on the Big Island within hours. Authorities have declared a state of emergency across Hawaii in preparation for the severe weather.
Residents are urged to prepare for the hurricane's arrival. This is a developing story and will be updated as details emerge.
