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Traveling tropical disturbance increases Hawaii rainfall in cycles, study shows

Big Island Now | Hilu

Apr 16, 2026

A rain cloud gathers over the ocean. (Photo courtesy: Brian Cook via Unsplash) The University of Hawai'i at Mnoa has identified a large-scale tropical disturbance as a significant…

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Traveling tropical disturbance increases Hawaii rainfall in cycles, study shows

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