Hurricane Lowell approaches Hawaii
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Hurricane Lowell passed Oahu with wind gusts up to 80 mph, leaving 21,000 without power. Flash flood watches remain in effect.
Forecasters warn Lowell could be near major hurricane strength as it moves close to the western Hawaiian Islands next week.
Islands of Kauai and Ni’ihau are under hurricane warning, while Oahu is under a tropical storm warning
More than 90% of customers are without power on Kauai after Lowell's high winds and heavy rains, with rain and dangerous surf forecast to continue.
Kauaʻi emergency officials have asked residents to stay off the road Tuesday morning as crews assess damage brought on by Hurricane Lowell. About 9 in 10 KIUC customers are without power.