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No storm-related deaths reported following impacts of Hurricane Lowell in Kaua‘i County
Kaua‘i Fire Department did receive many calls Monday night about people trapped, people unaccounted for and some people needing medical services. September 08, 2026 · 07:31pm
Hurricane Lowell terrified people on Kauaʻi overnight, then left them with damaged homes, fallen trees, no power
The South Shore of Kauaʻi got hit particularly hard, with waves washing through the first floor of the Sheraton Hotel, Kūhiō Shores Vacation Rentals, homes in front of Brennecke's Beach and the Beach House Restaurant.Kaua‘i News KIUC: Hurricane Lowell knocked out power to 33,000 accounts, about 90% of the island
Hawai‘i News Port at Nāwiliwili closed until cleared for safe operations; barge arrival rescheduled
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Kaua‘i News
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell
Food distribution sites to open, Nāwiliwili Harbor allowed to reopen late Tuesday afternoon, Liquor Commission meetings canceled, state Judiciary announces all Kauaʻi facilities to remain closed through rest of the week and more.
Young Brothers updates public about sailing schedule modifications
Honolulu Harbor is currently operating under temporary restrictions for incoming and outgoing vessels, which could delay departure and arrival times for scheduled sailings; U.S. Coast Guard allowed Nāwiliwili Harbor to reopen late Tuesday afternoon.
No storm-related deaths reported following impacts of Hurricane Lowell in Kaua‘i County
Kaua‘i Fire Department did receive many calls Monday night about people trapped, people unaccounted for and some people needing medical services.
Hurricane Lowell terrified people on Kauaʻi overnight, then left them with damaged homes, fallen trees, no power
The South Shore of Kauaʻi got hit particularly hard, with waves washing through the first floor of the Sheraton Hotel, Kūhiō Shores Vacation Rentals, homes in front of Brennecke’s Beach and the Beach House Restaurant.
KIUC: Hurricane Lowell knocked out power to 33,000 accounts, about 90% of the island
Damage assessment crews completed an initial inspection sweep of the 1,500 miles of transmission lines on Kaua’i, and on Wednesday crews will prioritize restoring power to critical infrastructure.
All advisories, watches, warnings previously in effect for Kauaʻi County canceled
National Weather Service forecasters in Honolulu say officials are now assessing impacts from Hurricane Lowell throughout the county; no further impacts are forecast, and sustained winds have fallen below tropical storm levels.
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Hawaii News
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Wednesday about Hurricane Lowell
Food distribution sites to open, Nāwiliwili Harbor allowed to reopen late Tuesday afternoon, Liquor Commission meetings canceled, state Judiciary announces all Kauaʻi facilities to remain closed through rest of the week and more.
Young Brothers updates public about sailing schedule modifications
Honolulu Harbor is currently operating under temporary restrictions for incoming and outgoing vessels, which could delay departure and arrival times for scheduled sailings; U.S. Coast Guard allowed Nāwiliwili Harbor to reopen late Tuesday afternoon.
West Coast Health Alliance recommends vaccines for children, adults and health care workers
Recommendations aim to mitigate severe illness and protect vulnerable populations while addressing the increasing case numbers of COVID-19, influenza, and RSV.
No storm-related deaths reported following impacts of Hurricane Lowell in Kaua‘i County
Kaua‘i Fire Department did receive many calls Monday night about people trapped, people unaccounted for and some people needing medical services.
Big Island News
County schedules public hearings for proposed solid waste fee increase
The proposed fee increases are the first since 2024 and reflect changes in the consumer price index; 2 public hearing slated for Sept. 16 and 18, one in Hilo and the other in Kailua-Kona.
Kahakai Boulevard shoulder improvements scheduled to begin later this month
The project in Hawaiian Beaches is slated to begin Sept. 14, with work hours of 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and expected to be completed in August 2027.
Maui News
Maui Surf Forecast for September 09, 2026
Large and rough surf along south shores have already decreased significantly from this morning's peak, (Barber's Point reported 25 feet) and is...
Hawaiian Electric expects to restore most Oʻahu customers by tonight
Since this morning, Hawaiian Electric crews have restored power to approximately 13,100 Oʻahu customers following Hurricane Lowell's damaging tropical storm-force winds and heavy rainfall. As of 3 p.m., approximately 7,900 customers remain without power.
Hawaiian Telcom Unveils Future-Ready Business Fiber Platform Engineered for 10 Gig Connectivity
Hawaiian Telcom announced enhancements to its business fiber internet portfolio, including expanded symmetrical upload and download speeds across Fioptics Business Internet plans and the introduction of Fioptics Advanced WiFi for business customers. Together, these enhancements provide Hawaiʻi businesses with faster, more scalable connectivity backed by a fiber network engineered to support connectivity solutions up to 10 Gig.
Maui County temporary service sites to close as threats from Lowell diminish
The County of Maui will close two temporary service sites at 5 p.m., Sept. 8, 2026, in West Maui and in Central Maui after the National Weather Service (NWS) Flood Watch tied to Hurricane Lowell expired this afternoon, according to Maui Emergency Management Agency (MEMA).
