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Hurricane Lowell approaches Hawaii, prompting state of emergency
Hurricane Lowell, a powerful storm that recently reached Category 5 strength, is approaching the western Hawaiian Islands. While the center of the hurricane is forecast to pass west of the main islands, including Kauai and Niihau, the system is expected to bring significant impacts including heavy rainfall, dangerous surf, and strong winds.
Governor Josh Green has declared a state of emergency for the entire state of Hawaii to mobilize resources and the National Guard. In Kauai County, officials have issued hurricane and tropical storm warnings, noting that residents should prepare for potential flash flooding, mudslides, and even tornadoes. Some areas could see up to 12 inches of rain.
The storm's movement is influenced by El Niño, which has contributed to an unusually active Pacific hurricane season. In addition to Lowell, other tropical systems like Marie and Karina have been active in the Pacific, creating an uncommon pattern of simultaneous storm activity.
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Hawaii · Hurricane Lowell · Hurricane Lowell · Josh Green · Kauai · National Hurricane Center · Niihau · Oahu · Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument
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What the coverage asserts, and how many sources carry each claim.
- [● 5 SOURCES] Hurricane Lowell briefly reached Category 5 intensity twice during its development. www.diebewertung.de · ca.news.yahoo.com · www.nbcnews.com · actualidad.rt.com · san.com
- [● 9 SOURCES] A Hurricane Watch is in effect for the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument from Nihoa to French Frigate Shoals. wltreport.com · www.foxweather.com · 100percentfedup.com · san.com · thegatewithbriancohen.com · +1 more
- [● 19 SOURCES] The center of Hurricane Lowell is forecast to pass west of the main Hawaiian Islands, avoiding a direct landfall. wltreport.com · keyt.com · wsvn.com · kesq.com · www.nbcnews.com · +12 more
- [DISPUTED] Heavy rainfall is expected, with Kauai potentially receiving between 4 and 8 inches, and isolated totals exceeding 12 inches. wltreport.com · 100percentfedup.com · time.news · ca.news.yahoo.com · www.foxweather.com · +3 more
- [● 5 SOURCES] The storm may cause storm surges of 1 to 3 feet in Kauai County and up to 1 foot in Oahu. www.foxweather.com · thegatewithbriancohen.com · boardingarea.com · wltreport.com
- [● 16 SOURCES] A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for Kauai County, including the islands of Kauai and Niihau. wltreport.com · 100percentfedup.com · www.foxweather.com · www.mundonow.com · keyt.com · +8 more
- [DISPUTED] Hurricane Lowell is a Category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of 125 mph. wltreport.com · keyt.com · wsvn.com · kesq.com · www.mundonow.com · +7 more
- [● 10 SOURCES] Hawaii Governor Josh Green has declared a state of emergency for the entire state. www.diebewertung.de · keyt.com · wsvn.com · kesq.com · www.nbcnews.com · +5 more
- [● 2 SOURCES] Three hurricanes, Marie, Karina, and Lowell, are active simultaneously in the Pacific Ocean. www.brasilemfolhas.com.br · www.epochtimes.com
- [● 3 SOURCES] The storm is expected to pass through the Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument. www.kurir.rs · wltreport.com · thegatewithbriancohen.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Lowell reached Category 5 strength with winds up to 260 km/h in the Pacific. zajecaronline.com · actualidad.rt.com
- [● 2 SOURCES] Hurricane Lowell is expected to remain a hurricane while passing near the Hawaiian Islands. zajecaronline.com · www.kurir.rs