Hawai‘i News Port at Nāwiliwili closed until cleared for safe operations; barge arrival rescheduled
Hawai‘i News In the wake of Hurricane Lowell, a new website shares most recent rainfall, wind speed…
Hurricane Lowell passes Kauaʻi County; periods of heavy rainfall expected to linger through Wednesday
The stormʻs core has moved 230 miles north of Līhuʻe, but the storm will still bring severe weather to Kauaʻi and Niʻihau for the next few hours on Tuesday. September 08, 2026 · 11:12am
KIUC: 1,500 miles of transmission and distribution lines damaged following Hurricane Lowell
Before damaged portions of the system can be re-energized, crews must inspect lines and equipment, identify damage and determine what repairs are necessary to safely restore power.Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi emergency management sounded outdoor warning siren on Niʻihau as Hurricane…
Hawai‘i News Residents, visitors urged to evacuate from oceanfront properties on Kauaʻi’s…
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Kauaʻi residents, visitors, officials and nēnē prepare for Hurricane Lowell
Hawai‘i Department of Transportation statewide stream cleanups roundup: Kaua‘i
Hawaiʻi Community Foundation’s Stronger Hawaiʻi Initiative supports prep efforts on…
Hawaiʻi Health Systems Kauaʻi Region to host 3rd annual Kaua‘i Healthy Living Fall…
2026 Kauaʻi Marathon and Half Marathon canceled because of approaching Lowell
University of Hawaiʻi receives $2M for development of artificial intelligence tools to…
Entire state to be under flood watch from Sunday evening through Tuesday afternoon
US Navy, NASA get 15-day extension on final environmental impact statement for Pacific…
Summer of action: Top 5 plastic pollution initiative highlights
Legacy Land Conservation Program invites applications for land acquisition grants
Kaua‘i lane closures for week of Sept. 5-11
Family pleads for harsher sentence as Hilario gets 5 years for hit-and-run death of…
Update: Talk story with ‘E Mau Ke Ea: The Sovereign Hawaiian Nation’ exhibit…
Hawai‘i REALTORS opens 2026 Fair Housing Keiki Art Contest
Emergency road closures scheduled for portion of Kalama Road in Wailuā
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Public urged to prepare now as Hurricane Lowell moves closer to Kauaʻi County
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Kaua‘i News
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell
Update at 1:55 p.m. Sept. 8: All state and county offices to remain closed through Friday, as well as all Kauaʻi County public schools, including Niʻihau High and Elementary School; Kauaʻi Community College also to remain closed.
Port at Nāwiliwili closed until cleared for safe operations; barge arrival rescheduled
Shipping firm Young Brothers reports the Nāwiliwili facility sustained damage in Hurricane Lowell’s aftermath and will remain closed until state Harbors Division clears it to reopen.
Hurricane Lowell passes Kauaʻi County; periods of heavy rainfall expected to linger through Wednesday
The stormʻs core has moved 230 miles north of Līhuʻe, but the storm will still bring severe weather to Kauaʻi and Niʻihau for the next few hours on Tuesday.
KIUC: 1,500 miles of transmission and distribution lines damaged following Hurricane Lowell
Before damaged portions of the system can be re-energized, crews must inspect lines and equipment, identify damage and determine what repairs are necessary to safely restore power.
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Hawaii News
What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell
Update at 1:55 p.m. Sept. 8: All state and county offices to remain closed through Friday, as well as all Kauaʻi County public schools, including Niʻihau High and Elementary School; Kauaʻi Community College also to remain closed.
Port at Nāwiliwili closed until cleared for safe operations; barge arrival rescheduled
Shipping firm Young Brothers reports the Nāwiliwili facility sustained damage in Hurricane Lowell’s aftermath and will remain closed until state Harbors Division clears it to reopen.
Hurricane Lowell passes Kauaʻi County; periods of heavy rainfall expected to linger through Wednesday
The stormʻs core has moved 230 miles north of Līhuʻe, but the storm will still bring severe weather to Kauaʻi and Niʻihau for the next few hours on Tuesday.
In the wake of Hurricane Lowell, a new website shares most recent rainfall, wind speed data
A University of Hawaiʻi team created a tracker to share vital insights into rainfall and wind speed, help communities prepare and respond to weather events efficiently.
Residents, visitors urged to evacuate from oceanfront properties on Kauaʻi’s south and west shores
People living or staying at exposed oceanfront properties on Kauaʻi that could get high storm surge should move to a safer location as soon as possible, before wind, rain and ocean conditions make travel unsafe.
Big Island News
Ports of Hilo, Kawaihae on Big Island open for normal operations
Shipping firm Young Brothers, with U.S. Coast Guard and relevant state agencies, continues to assess impacts from Hurricane Lowell; barge arrival at Kawaihae delayed.
Briefs for Sept. 8: Registration opens for transient vacation operators, Hawaiʻi County hosts upcoming workshops, events
A quick look at updates, news and events from the County of Hawaiʻi.
Maui News
Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui names Dr. Kari Luna Nunokawa as Chief Executive Officer
Boys & Girls Clubs of Maui (BGCM) today announced that its Board of Directors has unanimously selected Dr. Kari Luna Nunokawa as the organization’s next Chief Executive Officer, effective Sept. 15. The appointment follows a several-month search conducted with support from Boys & Girls Clubs of America’s CEO Search Team and a Board-appointed search committee.
Līhuʻe Airport reopens following Hurricane Lowell
(Update: 11:20 a.m., 9.8.26) The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation has reopened Līhuʻe Airport (LIH). Travelers should check with their airline on the status of their flight prior to heading to the airport. Travelers should anticipate delays and allow extra time to check-in and clear security.
Flash flooding threat remains in the Hawaiian Islands due to Lowell; Kauaʻi damage assessments underway
(11 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026) A flash flooding threat remains in the Hawaiian Islands due to ongoing impacts from Hurricane Lowell, which continues to move away from Kauaʻi County today.
MEO highlights transportation services available to West Maui residents
Maui Economic Opportunity, Inc. is highlighting transportation services available to West Maui residents. MEO provides specialized transportation options that help reduce barriers to accessing essential services, medical appointments, employment, education and other resources. Depending on the service, transportation is provided at no cost or a low cost.
