Tropical Storm Conditions Forecast For Kauai As Hurricane Lowell Nears
The National Hurricane Center issued a tropical storm warning for Kauai and Niihau on Sunday, September 6, 2026, as Hurricane Lowell moved north and threatened heavy rain, flash flooding and coastal storm surge.[1]
Forecasters projected 6 to 10 inches of rain on Kauai and Niihau, with localized totals up to 14 inches, and 4 to 8 inches on the Big Island, with pockets to 12 inches.[1] Hurricane Lowell had maximum sustained winds near 120 mph and was about 545 miles south-southwest of Lihue while moving north at roughly 6 mph.[1]
Kauai officials warned residents to expect flash flooding, mudslides and up to 3 feet of coastal flooding and urged people to stock supplies and prepare to shelter at home.[1]
Meanwhile, Hurricane Marie, a Category 1 storm about 695 miles south-southwest of San Diego, was expected to produce dangerous surf and rip currents along Southern California beaches.[1]
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- On Sunday, September 6, 2026, the National Hurricane Center issued a tropical storm warning for Kauai and Niihau as Hurricane Lowell approaches to the west.
- Forecasters project 6-10 inches of rain on Kauai and Niihau, up to 14 inches in some spots, and 4-8 inches on Hawaii's Big Island, up to 12 inches.
- Hurricane Lowell had maximum sustained winds of 120 mph Sunday and was located about 545 miles south-southwest of Lihue, moving north at 6 mph.
- Kauai officials warned of flash flooding, mudslides, and up to 3 feet of coastal flooding from storm surge and tides, urging residents to stock supplies and prepare to shelter at home.
- Hurricane Marie, a Category 1 storm about 695 miles south-southwest of San Diego, is expected to cause dangerous surf and rip currents along Southern California beaches.
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