Hurricane Lowell strikes Kauaʻi Island, causing deaths, power outages, and widespread damage

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Where: Daniel K. Inouye International Airportresolved to facility
When: Occurrence date not stated by reportingFirst reported 2026-09-24 · last update 2026-10-10
Sourcing: 12 reports12 reports across 7 outlets · independence not established
How far this got: reportedlocation sources disagreeRadar coverage

Summary

Hurricane Lowell passed Kauaʻi Island between September 7-8, 2026, bringing wind speeds exceeding 90 miles per hour, flooding, heavy rain, and storm surge. The storm killed three people, destroyed 18 homes, and damaged others. About 92% of the Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative's 36,000 member accounts lost power; electricity was restored to 98% of members by early October. The hurricane caused significant damage to utility infrastructure, including power lines, poles, and substations, with estimated costs of US$40m-$50m. Infrastructure damage occurred across the island, including on Wainiha Powerhouse Road where fallen trees blocked access. The storm destroyed a sandbar in Wainiha Bay that had protected oceanfront homes, and altered the landscape at a traditional Hawaiian salt-making site in Hanapepe. Rainwater seeped into Hanalei Burger and other businesses; about 70% of Kauaʻi's eateries remained open by late September. The state launched a loan program for affected businesses, and community organizations provided food and supplies to residents. The Hawaii National Guard concluded disaster response operations on October 9. Federal disaster relief funding was still pending as of late September. The utility cooperative requested permission to use deferred accounting to isolate hurricane-related financial impacts for potential future recovery, pending a decision from the Hawaiʻi Public Utilities Commission.

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hawaiipublicradio.org
- How wireless carriers keep Hawaiʻi connected during a hurricane2026-09-24
thenews.coop
- Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative counts the cost of Hurricane Lowell2026-09-25
hawaiitribune-herald.com
- Niihau rode out a storm with faith and little help - Hawaii Tribune-Herald2026-09-26
staradvertiser.com
- Kauai community is still waiting for federal disaster relief funding | Honolulu Star-Advertiser2026-09-30
hawaiinewsnow.com
- Kauai’s Hawaiian salt makers seek help restoring harvest area2026-10-10
thegardenisland.com
- EDITORIAL: Airport upgrades must fly on target - The Garden Island2026-10-08
mymagic97.iheart.com
- Hurricane Lowell Threatens Hawaii With Strong Winds And Flooding | Magic 97.12026-10-09

12 reports in all; the full list with the facts taken from each is part of the event detail on Pro.

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