- The National Hurricane Center predicts a tropical system is approaching the Hawaiian islands.
- Two tropical systems, Hurricane Lowell and Tropical Storm Marie, are being tracked, with their forecasts heading toward the Hawaiian Islands. One is strengthening off southwestern Mexico.
Hurricane Lowell causes damage and disrupts operations across Hawaii
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What happened
Hurricane Lowell brought damaging winds and heavy rains to Hawaii's western islands, causing widespread power outages and flooding across Kauai County. The storm caused property damage and displacement, and heavy rain affected Honolulu. Due to storm surge and intense winds, infrastructure in the state was damaged, prompting the governor to request federal aid.
Why it matters
The string of storms, including Hurricane Lowell, is contributing to weaker expected economic growth for Hawaii. Damage to infrastructure and operational disruptions in areas like Honolulu could affect tourism and market prices.
Two tropical systems, Hurricane Lowell and Tropical Storm Marie, are being tracked, with their forecasts heading toward the Hawaiian Islands.
Who's involved
- HawaiiThe state of Hawaii, which is coping with destruction from multiple storms
- Kauai CountyKauai County, which experienced widespread power outages and flooding from the storm
- HonoluluHonolulu, which experienced heavy rain and damage from Hurricane Lowell
How this reaches others
Each traced step by step, with the reporting behind itHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Economic impacts due to Lala and Lowell are now being reported.1 source
- Hurricane Lowell caused property damage and displacement.Sub-event
- Hurricane Lowell caused damage to the Waianae coast in Oahu.Sub-event
- Due to storm surge and intense winds, infrastructure in Hawaii has been damaged, leading the governor to request a disaster declaration to expedite federal aid.Sub-event
- Heavy rain from Hurricane Lowell affected Honolulu on September 8, 2026.Sub-event
- Hurricane Lowell is accelerating toward the Hawaiian Islands, causing warnings.Sub-event
- Hurricane Lowell is barreling toward Hawaii, triggering warnings for Kauai and flash flooding on Oahu.Sub-event
Lowell threatens impacts on Hawaii.1 source
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Two tropical systems, Hurricane Lowell and Tropical Storm Marie, are being tracked, with their forecasts heading toward the Hawaiian Islands. One is strengthening off southwestern Mexico.Also in this story
- Fox Weather is forecasting that Norbert, fueled by El Niño, could head toward Hawaii.
- Hurricane Lowell is reported as a Category 5 storm.
- Hurricane Lowell is tracking near Kauai, prompting local leaders like Mayor Kawakami to address the storm's impact.
- Tropical Storm Marie is strengthening offshore Mexico, with forecasts predicting swells for Hawaii, Baja California, and Southern California.
Within The National Hurricane Center predicts a tropical system is approaching the Hawaiian islands.
The entities involved
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Hawaii
state of the United States of America
Related events
- Hurricane Lowell affected residents in Kauai.
- Due to Hurricane Lowell, the Ruby Princess experienced storm damage, forcing an itinerary change and extending its visit to Honolulu.
- Hawaii Community Foundation provides recovery aid to communities in Hawaii following Hurricane Lowell.
- Hurricane Lowell is set to bear down on western Hawaiian islands, while Hurricane Lala recently deluged the Big Island.
- Shared exposure to severe weather systems affecting the East Coast and Hawaii.