Hurricane Lowell expected to pass near one Hawaiian island and cause major rains statewide
Hawaii Gov. Josh Green closed schools and government offices on the westernmost islands of Kauai and Niihau for Tuesday as Hurricane Lowell was expected to pass nearby, bringing damaging winds, mudslides, possible tornadoes, dangerous rip currents and as much…
A powerful hurricane named Lowell is anticipated to approach the Hawaiian islands on September 6, 2026, according to satellite images released by NOAA. Governor Josh Green of Hawaii has declared schools and government offices in the westernmost islands of Kauai and Niihau to be closed on Tuesday. The hurricane warning issued by the National Hurricane Center covers Kauai County, which is home to over 73,000 people and includes Niihau, home to fewer than 100 residents.
The core of Hurricane Lowell is expected to pass over or just west of Niihau late Monday and early Tuesday, according to the National Hurricane Center. Although the winds are currently strong enough to classify the storm as a Category 2 hurricane, they are expected to weaken by the time it reaches the islands. Despite this, the storm is still anticipated to maintain its hurricane status as it approaches.
Governor Green urged residents to stay indoors, avoid unnecessary travel, and adhere to official emergency instructions. A tropical storm warning is currently active for Oahu, which has a population of nearly 1 million people.
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