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Hurricane tracker updates
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The gist
Tropical Storm Moke nears Hawaii with heavy rain and surf. Hurricane season peaks as forecasters track multiple systems.
Background
The 2026 Atlantic hurricane season is approaching its climatological peak, with activity typically increasing from mid-August through mid-October. Forecasters are monitoring several tropical waves and storms, including Hurricane Lala in the Pacific and Tropical Storm Moke approaching Hawaii. AccuWeather has lowered its seasonal forecast but still predicts three to five direct U.S. impacts.
How it unfolded
- Aug 19, 2026AccuWeather releases updated forecast, lowering number of named storms but keeping direct U.S. impacts at three to five.
- Aug 20, 2026National Hurricane Center tracks three tropical waves; no tropical cyclone activity expected in next seven days.
- Aug 21, 2026Forecast for Tropical Depression Two-C (later Moke) calls for heavy rainfall and possible wind for parts of Hawaii.
- Aug 22, 2026Weather.com tracker shows Tropical Storm Moke nearing Hawaii and Hurricane Lala in the Pacific.
- Aug 23, 2026National Hurricane Center tracks a tropical wave in the eastern Atlantic with medium chance of development.
Who’s saying what
- Forecasters
- Environmental conditions appear favorable for gradual strengthening of Moke as it approaches Hawaii.
- Officials
- Officials warn residents to remain prepared despite lower seasonal predictions, emphasizing 'it only takes one.'