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Lowell expected to turn toward west-northwest by tonight; hurricane watch likely required later today for Kauaʻi County

“On the forecast track, the center of Lowell will move across portions of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, just to the west of the main Hawaiian Islands, Monday night,” said the most recent Central Pacific Hurricane Center advisory update; fluctuations in intensity also continue to be possible, but gradual weakening should begin Sunday and Monday.

UPDATE: What Kauaʻi and Niʻihau residents, visitors, businesses need to know about Hurricane Lowell

Now is the time to complete your emergency disaster and to-go kits, get your homes prepared for possible electric and water outages and know what resources are available.

Mark your calendars: Kauaʻi Veterans Center to host free movie night with ‘Moana’

Guests also will have the opportunity to tour the Kauaʻi Veterans Museum, which will be open during the event.

Summer of action: Top 5 plastic pollution initiative highlights

Plastic pollution doesn’t take vacations — and luckily, neither does the Surfrider network; even as summer winds down, Surfrider activists have been hard at work reducing plastic pollution and protecting beloved places.

Young Brothers announces Nāwiliwili barge delay

The Port of Nāwiliwili will be open with special gate hours from 7:30 to 11:30 a.m. today (Sept. 5) for cargo pickup.

Surf is up: Hurricanes Lowell and Karina bringing big swells to Kauaʻi and Niʻihau

Category 4 Hurricane Lowell will bring high surf to south-facing shores and Hurricane Karina will bring large breaking waves to the east.
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Hawaii News Chevron Forward

Lowell expected to turn toward west-northwest by tonight; hurricane watch likely required later today for Kauaʻi County

“On the forecast track, the center of Lowell will move across portions of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, just to the west of the main Hawaiian Islands, Monday night,” said the most recent Central Pacific Hurricane Center advisory update; fluctuations in intensity also continue to be possible, but gradual weakening should begin Sunday and Monday.

UPDATE: What Kauaʻi and Niʻihau residents, visitors, businesses need to know about Hurricane Lowell

Now is the time to complete your emergency disaster and to-go kits, get your homes prepared for possible electric and water outages and know what resources are available.

Legacy Land Conservation Program invites applications for land acquisition grants

The Legacy Land program since its inception in 2005 facilitated contributions of more than $73 million from the State Land Conservation Fund for acquisition of 55 properties and more than 31,000 acres statewide.

Hawai‘i REALTORS opens 2026 Fair Housing Keiki Art Contest

Keiki in grades K-8 throughout the state are encouraged to learn about fair housing and submit art for a chance to win prizes.

Major Hurricane Lowell has Kaua‘i residents remembering devastation of ‘Iniki 34 years ago

John Bravender, Warning Coordination Meteorologist with the National Weather Service, said on Thursday Lowell is not forecast to have the same impact as ‘Iniki, but people should prepare because it could happen.

Volcano Watch: September is National Preparedness Month

The past year in Hawai‘i has shown disasters such as hurricanes, volcanic eruptions, earthquakes and more can happen with little or no warning; steps you take to prepare for any emergency can help you be better prepared overall.

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Surf is up: Hurricanes Lowell, Karina generating big swells for most Big Island shores; several beaches, other facilities closed

A high surf advisory is now in effect for south and east shorelines, plus western shores as swells from the two storms fill in throughout the state, bring strong breaking waves and strong currents.

Lowell expected to turn toward west-northwest by tonight; hurricane watch likely required later today for Kauaʻi County

"On the forecast track, the center of Lowell will move across portions of Papahānaumokuākea Marine National Monument, just to the west of the main Hawaiian Islands, Monday night," said the most recent Central Pacific Hurricane Center advisory update; fluctuations in intensity also continue to be possible, but gradual weakening should begin Sunday and Monday.

Applications now being accepted for Legacy Land Conservation Program land acquisition grants

The Legacy Land program since its inception in 2005 facilitated contributions of more than $73 million from the State Land Conservation Fund for acquisition of 55 properties and more than 31,000 acres statewide.

Big Island lane closures for week of Sept. 5-11

In observance of Labor Day on Sept. 7 there will be no contraflow or lane closures unless otherwise permitted; all closures and road work is weather permitting.

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Volcano Watch — September is National Preparedness Month

Four steps that you can take to be better prepared for any disaster include: learning what hazards can affect you and when, making an emergency plan, building an emergency supply kit (go bag), and getting involved in your community.

County of Maui offices to be closed Monday for Labor Day holiday

County of Maui offices, facilities and services will be closed or modified on Monday, Sept. 7, 2026, for the Labor Day holiday.

Maui Fire Department and partner organizations conduct training for home wildfire assessors

The four-day training, attended by both Maui firefighters and community volunteers, covered wildfire and home ignition fundamentals, homeowner engagement and communication, HWMO’s home assessment process and software, and included classroom sessions as well as extensive hands-on field practice.

Lowell is forecast to move close to Kauaʻi County Monday night as a category 2 to 3 hurricane

Hurricane Lowell is forecast to move close to Kauaʻi County Monday night as a category 2 to 3 hurricane.