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Lowell drops to Category 3 hurricane; exact track and impacts remain too soon to determine
Some fluctuations in intensity are expected during the next few days; however, Lowell is expected to remain at or near major hurricane status by late Monday and Monday night when it is expected to make its closest approach to Kaua‘i County. September 03, 2026 · 11:55pm
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Lowell drops to Category 3 hurricane; exact track and impacts remain too soon to determine
Some fluctuations in intensity are expected during the next few days; however, Lowell is expected to remain at or near major hurricane status by late Monday and Monday night when it is expected to make its closest approach to Kaua‘i County.
Authorities seek help identifying man found dead along Kapaʻa shoreline
Kauaʻi authorities are appealing for public assistance to identify a man found deceased on Wednesday morning along the shoreline near Pono Kai Resort.
Kaua‘i Island Utility Cooperative tells customers to get prepared ahead of Hurricane Lowell
As the cooperative continues preparing for the possibility of additional storm activity, members are encouraged to review their personal emergency preparedness plans and make sure they are ready for the possibility of prolonged power outages
Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian Islands
Forecasters said that it is still too soon to determine the exact track of the Category 4 hurricane, which now has sustained winds near 140 mph.
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Lowell drops to Category 3 hurricane; exact track and impacts remain too soon to determine
Some fluctuations in intensity are expected during the next few days; however, Lowell is expected to remain at or near major hurricane status by late Monday and Monday night when it is expected to make its closest approach to Kaua‘i County.
Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian Islands
Forecasters said that it is still too soon to determine the exact track of the Category 4 hurricane, which now has sustained winds near 140 mph.
State announces automated Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program mass replacement, extended deadline
The critical updates will help families throughout the state who experienced food loss because of impacts from Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala.
First-grade teacher on Kaua‘i among finalists for Hawai‘i State Teacher of the Year
The teacher selected will go on to represent Hawaiʻi at the National Teacher of the Year Ceremony in Washington, D.C.
News in brief for Sept. 2: AEDs installed, Community Day, strengthening bilateral ties and nearly $30M coming to state
A quick look at news stories happening throughout the state and beyond.
University of Hawaiʻi asks public to provide input on Mauna Kea master management plan
“We invite the community to take some time to review the proposed revisions, ask questions and share their manaʻo, their perspectives with us,” said University of Hawaiʻi at Hilo Center for Maunakea Stewardship Executive Director Greg Chun.
Big Island News
Hawaii County Weather Forecast for September 04, 2026
Strong pressure gradient between Hurricane Lowell and the subtropical high will bring windy conditions through Friday, before tapering this weekend. Showers...
Hawaii County Surf Forecast for September 04, 2026
Swells from Hurricane Lowell has filled in and will remain elevated above High Surf Advisory conditions through Friday. The swell will gradually veer from...
2 charged in connection with string of Kona car break-ins
Reid Pangelinan of Waimea and Jacqueline Barnes-Carrick of Kailua-Kona, both 35 years old, face slew of charges, including first-degree unauthorized entry of a motor vehicle, second-degree theft and third-degree criminal property damage, following 5 vehicle break-ins reported during August.
Lowell forecast to be west of Niʻihau by Monday afternoon, bringing possible hurricane force winds to Kauaʻi County
"While it is still too soon to determine the exact track of the hurricane, Lowell could bring storm surge, wind and rainfall impacts to portions of Hawaiʻi early next week," said the 5 p.m. advisory update Thursday from the Central Pacific Hurricane Center; Lowell's center as of that update was expected to be west of Niʻihau by Monday afternoon.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for September 04, 2026
Swells from Hurricane Lowell has filled in and will remain elevated above High Surf Advisory conditions through Friday. The swell will gradually veer from...
Lowell continues on westward path as a category 4 hurricane, public advised to monitor future forecasts
Hurricane Lowell will approach the western end of the main Hawaiian Islands late Sunday, bringing possible surf, rain, wind and flooding impacts particularly to the western portion of the state. The extent of impacts will be determined by the eventual track of Lowell, according to the latest forecast from the National Weather Service.
Dengue virus detected in wastewater sample from Hawaiʻi Island
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health is reporting that a wastewater sample from Hawaiʻi County has tested positive for dengue virus. The sample was collected Aug. 24, 2026, at the Hilo wastewater treatment plant and DOH was notified of the result Aug. 31, 2026. A follow-up sample was collected on Aug. 31; those results are pending. DOH is not currently tracking any active dengue cases in Hawaiʻi County.
Maui man pleads guilty to bank robbery
United States Attorney Ken Sorenson announced that Justin Nelson, 43, of Kīhei, Maui, appeared Thursday, Sept. 3, before US Magistrate Judge Wes Reber Porter and entered a plea of guilty to bank robbery. Sentencing is set for Dec. 18, 2026 before Senior US District Judge Helen Gillmor.
