Hurricane Lowell battered Hawaii's western islands
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Many residents of Kauai are without power and facing extensive destruction after Hurricane Lowell lashed the island with rain, flooding and strong winds.
'You're not going to see the Kauai that you imagined, or you thought you would see.'
Hawaii braces for Hurricane Lowell's dangerous approach tonight. Kauai and Niihau face the greatest risk from destructive winds and heavy rain. Authorities have closed schools and urged residents to stay indoors and avoid travel.
Kauai has been told to brace for damaging winds, flooding rain and dangerous surf as Hurricane Lowell approaches.