Tropical Storm Lowell Moisture Lingers Over Maui; New Storm Being Watched
Residual moisture from Tropical Storm Lowell is bringing heavy shower risk to parts of Maui County through Thursday morning, after which drier trade wind conditions are expected. Forecasters are also monitoring a new storm system developing over the Eastern Pacific. Leftover moisture from Tropical Storm Lowell may produce heavy showers across Maui County through Thursday […]
Hurricane Lowell Causes Deaths, Power Outages, and Coastal Damage Across Hawaii
Multiple news sources report that Hurricane Lowell struck Hawaii’s main islands, causing significant damage including coastal flooding, downed power lines, and widespread outages. The storm is linked to at least two deaths and prompted Governor Josh Green to request a federal major disaster declaration for Kauai and Maui counties. Lowell has since been downgraded to […]
Hurricane Lowell Forces West Maui School Closures Along Honoapiʻilani Hwy
Four West Maui schools closed Tuesday, Sept. 8 due to unsafe travel conditions on Honoapiʻilani Highway in the Olowalu area caused by Hurricane Lowell. The closures affect Lahaina-area campuses; all other Maui County schools remained open. Storm impacts made Honoapiʻilani Highway unsafe near Olowalu, cutting off access to four West Maui schools for buses, staff, […]
Hurricane Lowell Brings High Surf Warning to Maui South Shores Through Tuesday
Hurricane Lowell is generating dangerous surf across all Hawaiian Islands, with Maui County’s south-facing shores expected to see waves of 12 to 16 feet Monday afternoon and evening. High Surf Warnings are in effect through 6 a.m. Tuesday. High Surf Warnings are active for the south shores of all Hawaiian Islands, including Maui County, through […]
Maui Farmers Face Back-to-Back Storm Damage as Two More Systems Approach
Maui agricultural producers are still recovering from March Kona low flooding and August Hurricane Lala damage when Hurricane Lowell and Tropical Storm Karina are forecast to arrive this week. Farmers report severe crop losses, soil erosion, and infrastructure damage compounding across multiple storm events in 2026. Hurricane Lowell and Tropical Storm Karina are approaching Maui […]
Makawao Forest Reserve Remains Closed After Hurricane Lala Trail Damage
Hawaii Public Radio reported that Makawao State Forest Reserve — Maui’s most popular local recreation area — remains closed following severe damage from Hurricane Lala last month. State crews are working to restore access, but officials warn closures could continue for an extended period with no firm reopening date set. Makawao State Forest Reserve, spanning […]
Hurricane Lowell Sends Dangerous Surf Toward Hawaii, No Wind Threat Expected
Category 4 Hurricane Lowell is tracking hundreds of miles south of Hawaii and will not bring wind or rain to the islands, but is generating life-threatening surf and rip current conditions beginning this week. No coastal watches or warnings are currently in effect. Hurricane Lowell, with 145 mph winds, is passing approximately 470 miles southeast […]
Two Pacific Hurricanes Threaten Hawaii with Wind, Rain Through Labor Day Weekend
Hurricane Lowell is forecast to pass south of the Hawaiian Islands as a major hurricane Wednesday into Thursday, bringing strong winds and heavy rain. A second storm, Hurricane Karina, is tracking toward the region and may pose additional concerns through the holiday weekend. Hurricane Lowell is expected to strengthen into a major hurricane by Wednesday […]
HTA Moves Forward with Reservations and Shuttle System at Honolua Bay
The Hawaii Tourism Authority is rolling out a reservation and shuttle system at Honolua Bay in West Maui to reduce overcrowding. The plan, approved by Gov. Josh Green, is part of a broader Destination Management Action Plan that also addresses the Road to Hana. Visitors would be required to make reservations and park offsite, then […]
Two Pacific Storm Systems Could Approach Hawaii Sept. 4–9
Tropical Storm Lowell and Category 4 Hurricane Karina are both tracking westward in the Pacific, with official forecasts currently keeping them south of Hawaii. Forecast uncertainty leaves open the possibility that one or both systems could come closer to the islands between September 4 and 9. Tropical Storm Lowell is about 850 miles east-southeast of […]