Hurricane Lowell approaches Hawaii
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Kauai has been told to brace for damaging winds, flooding rain and dangerous surf as Hurricane Lowell approaches.
Hurricane Lowell track has nudged east, raising chances for near hurricane-force gusts on Kauai, as well as heavy rain across the Hawaiian Islands.
As the hurricane moved closer, the Hawaiian island of Kauai’s annual marathon was canceled. Some residents went ahead with their holiday weekend plans.
A hurricane warning is in effect for Kauai and Niihau and a tropical storm watch is in effect for Oahu due to Hurricane Lowell.
Hurricane Lowell tracked roughly 500 miles southwest of Honolulu on Sunday night as a Category 3 storm, moving northwest at 6 mph on a path projected to bring heavy rain, rough seas, and high winds to the Hawaiian Islands through Tuesday.
It is still expected to be a powerful hurricane when making its closest approach to the islands late Monday.
Kauai County will close all county parks and campgrounds while opening five refuge areas beginning at 5 p.m. today in anticipation of approaching Hurricane Lowell, according to a news release.