Kaua‘i News Authorities seek help identifying man found dead along Kapaʻa shoreline
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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
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.Hawai‘i News Lowell to remain a major hurricane when it makes its closest approach to Hawaiian…
Kaua‘i News Lane closures scheduled for portions of Kapaʻa from Sept. 8-11
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University of Hawaiʻi asks public to provide input on Mauna Kea master management plan
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Kauaʻi County offices, facilities to close for Labor Day
Kapa‘a Swimming Pool adjusts hours due to staffing issues
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Kaua‘i News
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.
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
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Hawaii News
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.
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.
Big Island News
Kona earthquake community resource centers open today
Vibrant Hawaiʻi social service navigators at the centers will provide in-person assistance with applications and help residents navigate available disaster recovery resources.
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.
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.
