About this recording
Published 2026-08-13. The disaster map keeps changing. Colombia continues dealing with the devastating aftermath of its magnitude 7.4 earthquake while Tropical Storm Lala strengthens toward Hawaii. A Hurricane Watch is now in effect for the Big Island, with heavy rain, flooding, dangerous surf and strong winds possible. This archived recording reflects reporting at publication; conditions may have changed.
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