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    • What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell

    The Līhuʻe Airport closed at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, and state, county offices, Department of Education schools, and Hawaiʻi State Judiciary operations will be closed on Tuesday.

    Hawai‘i News In the wake of Hurricane Lowell, a new website shares most recent rainfall, wind speed…

    Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi emergency management sounded outdoor warning siren on Niʻihau as Hurricane…

    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.

    Hawai‘i News Residents, visitors urged to evacuate from oceanfront properties on Kauaʻi’s…

    Kaua‘i News Kauaʻi residents, visitors, officials and nēnē prepare for Hurricane Lowell

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    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell

    The Līhuʻe Airport has reopened. Travelers should anticipate delays and allow extra time to check in clear security.

    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.

    Flash flood, high surf warning in effect for Kauaʻi County

    The National Weather Service has extended the flash flood warning for Kauaʻi, Niʻihau until 4:30 a.m.

    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.

    Kauaʻi emergency management sounded outdoor warning siren on Niʻihau as Hurricane Lowell gets near

    The siren was activated Monday night before hurricane-force winds from Lowell were forecast to arrive, giving residents a final signal to move indoors and stay there
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    What Kauaʻi County residents, visitors need to know Tuesday about Hurricane Lowell

    The Līhuʻe Airport has reopened. Travelers should anticipate delays and allow extra time to check in clear security.

    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.

    Hawai‘i Department of Transportation statewide stream cleanups roundup: Kaua‘i

    Crews on Aug. 16 began clearing Kainahola Stream in Kapaʻa along Kapaʻa Bypass Road; an estimated completion date will be released as work progresses.

    University of Hawaiʻi receives $2M for development of artificial intelligence tools to protect food production systems

    The 4-year project, in partnership with University of Nebraska-Lincoln, began Sept. 1 and will combine artificial intelligence, environmental sampling, advanced genetic analysis and high-resolution chemical analysis to identify and monitor potential risks to aquaculture, livestock and agricultural systems.

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    Immunization recommendations aim to address the rising case numbers of COVID-19, influenza, RSV

    West Coast Health Alliance recommends vaccines for children, adults and health care workers for the 2026-2027 respiratory virus season.

    Lowell brings dangerous conditions to Kauaʻi, Niʻihau and high surf and rain to Big Island

    Although Hurricane Lowell's winds will not affect Hawaiʻi Island, the forecast continues to call for high surf and possibly heavy rains and flooding conditions.

    University of Hawaiʻi team create a tracker to share vital insights into rainfall, wind speed across the state

    In the wake of Hurricane Lowell, a new website shares most recent rainfall, wind speed data that are a major concern across the Hawaiian Islands.

    Community donations needed to replenish food pantries across Hawaiʻi Island following Lala

    As an active hurricane season continues, The Salvation Army corps food pantries in Hilo, Honokaʻa, and Kona are urgently seeking monetary donations to address growing shortages.

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    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.

    Kaumālapaʻu Harbor on Lānaʻi is inoperable

    As of 9 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 8, 2026, Kaumālapaʻu Harbor on Lānaʻi is inoperable due to Hurricane Lowell. Additional staff will be headed to Kaumālapaʻu this afternoon.

    90% of Kauaʻi customers without power; HECO reports approximately 21,000 without power on Oʻahu

    Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative is reporting 90% of its 36,000-plus customers is without power as of 6:40 a.m. As of 6:30 a.m., approximately 21,000 customers on Oʻahu are without power. This represents less than 7% of Hawaiian Electric’s total Oʻahu customer base.