Hurricane Lowell, Kauai
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Hurricane Lowell pummelled Kauai and Niihau Monday with heavy rain, powerful winds, life-threatening surf and even the threat of tornadoes.
Power outages soar as Hurricane Lowell batters the westernmost islands with hurricane-force wind gusts.
Los vientos dañinos y las fuertes lluvias del huracán Lowell azotaron el martes las islas occidentales de Hawai, donde dejaron sin electricidad a miles de personas
As the hurricane moved closer, the Hawaiian island of Kauai’s annual marathon was canceled. Some residents went ahead with their holiday weekend plans.
Kauai and Niihau were put under hurricane warning late Sunday as Category 3 Lowell barrelled toward the islands packing maximum sustained winds of 120 mph — threatening Kauai County with destructive winds,
Hurricane Lowell nears Hawaii, prompting warnings for Kauai and Niihau. Australians are advised to stay informed as the storm brings heavy rain, flash flooding, and dangerous surf to the islands.
The farm has been operating in West Kauai for four years and supplies Costco and Target. Managers are still assessing damage to banana, eggplant and zucchini fields.
Hawaii braces for Hurricane Lowell's dangerous approach tonight. Kauai and Niihau face the greatest risk from destructive winds and heavy rain. Authorities have closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors and avoid travel.