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Hurricane Lowell causes widespread destruction in Hawaii

Overview

Hurricane Lowell, which previously reached Category 5 intensity, struck Hawaii’s western islands as a Category 2 storm before being downgraded to a tropical storm. The storm’s center passed within 70 miles of Niʻihau and Kauaʻi, qualifying as a direct hit. The landfall brought destructive winds, including gusts exceeding 80 mph, and triggered the state’s first-ever tornado watch.

Kauaʻi has suffered widespread destruction. Preliminary rainfall totals have reached up to 21 inches in some areas, contributing to significant flooding and mudslides. Damage reports include split homes, destroyed restaurants, and vehicles being moved by high winds. Infrastructure damage is extensive, affecting roads and harbors. Power outages remain a critical issue; approximately 30,000 to 33,000 customers—roughly 90 percent of Kauai Island Utility Cooperative accounts—lost electricity. While some power has been restored, officials warn that certain areas may remain without electricity for several weeks. Additionally, a fire recently broke out at the Lihue Civic Center, temporarily closing several county services.

Fatalities have been linked to the storm. On Kauaʻi, a 74-year-old man is suspected to have been killed by storm surge, while a man on Oahu was killed by a falling tree. On Lanai, the island’s primary commercial cargo harbor is currently inoperable, a situation expected to take roughly two weeks to repair, impacting the supply of food and fuel to residents. Additionally, generator backup limitations at Lihue Airport have caused significant delays in TSA security screening.

In response to the devastation, Hawaii Governor Josh Green has submitted an expedited request to President Donald J. Trump for a Presidential Major Disaster Declaration to secure immediate federal assistance for Kauaʻi and Maui counties. Relief organizations are mobilizing. The American Red Cross, the Salvation Army, and the Aloha United Way are providing food, shelter, and resources to displaced families.

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Hurricane Lowell · Kauai · Josh Green · National Hurricane Center · Hurricane Lowell

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Timeline

  1. 1 day ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 19 sources
    Hurricane Lowell causes deaths and major damage across Hawaii islands

    Hurricane Lowell has caused severe damage across Hawaii, including two deaths, widespread power outages on Kauai, and the closure of Lanai’s main cargo port. Governor Green has requested federal disaster aid.

  2. 3 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 2 sources
    Maui issues high surf warnings due to Hurricane Lowell

    Maui faces high surf warnings on south-facing shores due to Hurricane Lowell, with peak swell expected overnight before declining on Tuesday.

  3. 4 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 63 sources
    Hurricane Lowell strikes Hawaii with high winds and power outages

    Hurricane Lowell, a Category 2 storm, struck Hawaii’s western islands, causing widespread power outages for over 60,000 customers and triggering a rare tornado watch for Kauai and Niihau.

  4. 6 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 44 sources
    Hurricane Lowell approaches Hawaii, prompting state of emergency

    Hurricane Lowell is approaching Hawaii, threatening Kauai and Niihau with heavy rain, flooding, and high winds. Governor Josh Green has declared a state of emergency as the storm passes west of the islands.

  5. 8 days ago

    [INTERNATIONAL] 25 sources
    Hawaii declares state of emergency as Hurricane Lowell intensifies

    Hawaii has declared a state of emergency as Category 4 Hurricane Lowell approaches the western islands. The storm may bring heavy rain, flooding, and high winds early next week.

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