Starlink Provides Internet Service During Power Outages in Hanalei
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What happened
Starlink connectivity was used to maintain internet service during power outages in Hanalei. This occurred in the wake of Hurricane Lowell, which caused disruptions in Kauaʻi.
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Why it matters
The use of satellite internet during local power failures supports community resilience and continuity of operations in the face of severe weather events. This is relevant in Kauaʻi, where preliminary surveys showed 80 percent of students had coursework disrupted following Hurricane Lowell.
Kauaʻi recently experienced Hurricane Lowell, which led to significant disruptions for students and community resources.
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The entities involved
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Starlink
satellite constellation; space-based internet communication system
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Kauaʻi
northernmost populated island of the Hawaiian archipelago
- Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative serves the island during severe weather, leading to customer surges at major retailers like Costco.
- A cooperative powering Kauaʻi is planning to retire its Kahului power plant, operates fossil fuel plants on Maui, and benefits from eased EPA greenhouse gas restrictions.
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Hanalei
census-designated place in Kauai County, Hawaii, United States of America