Hurricane Lowell approaches Hawaii
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Hurricane Lowell shutters schools across Oahu, Kauai and Niihau as Hawaii braces for flooding, strong winds and dangerous surf.
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Hawaii's western islands hit by fierce winds from Hurricane Lowell, leaving extensive damage
Damaging winds and heavy rains from Hurricane Lowell were pelting Hawaii's western islands early Tuesday, bringing the threat of floods, mudslides and tornadoes.Along the Southern California coast, dangerous surf conditions kicked up by the remnants of Hurricane Marie were expected to stick around for several days.
Fierce winds downed trees and caused widespread power outages on the island of Kauai, home to 73,000 residents.
Hurricane Lowell remained a powerful storm in the Pacific on Tuesday, but forecasters predicted it would gradually weaken as it continues to move past Hawaii. Even so, officials warned the hurricane could continue generating hazardous surf,
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.