Hurricane Lowell lashes Hawaii, knocking out power to thousands as flood risk continues
Updated on: September 8, 2026 / 7:49 PM EDT / CBS/AP
TL;DR
- Hurricane Lowell caused damaging winds and heavy rain across Hawaii's western islands.
- Widespread power outages affected tens of thousands of residents, especially on Kauai.
- Damaged roads and storm debris blocked routes, isolating neighborhoods.
- A waterfront home in Kauai was lifted off its foundation.
- Flash flood and mudslide risks continued due to heavy rainfall.
- Schools and government offices were closed on three islands.
- Hurricane warnings were lifted for Kauai and Niihau, and a tropical storm warning for Oahu.
- Lowell had maximum sustained winds of 75 mph and was moving north.