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Hurricane Lowell battered Hawaii's western islands, causing widespread power outages across Ni'ihau, Kauai, and Oahu. The Category 2 storm tracked near Ni'ihau on Tuesday with 110mph winds. The Guardian reports a tornado watch was issued for Kauai, marking a potential first in Hawaii, though no tornado occurred. The Boston Globe additionally reports the hurricane is linked to at least two deaths.
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Hurricane Lowell battered Hawaii's western islands, causing widespread power outages across Ni'ihau, Kauai, and Oahu. The Category 2 storm tracked near Ni'ihau on Tuesday with 110mph winds. The Guardian reports a tornado watch was issued for Kauai, marking a potential first in Hawaii, though no tornado occurred. The Boston Globe additionally reports the hurricane is linked to at least two deaths.
Hurricane Lowell battered Hawaii's western islands, causing extensive damage and knocking out power for at least 30,000 residents, according to multiple reports. Al Jazeera reports catastrophic winds and torrential rains led to widespread destruction, with nearly 92% of Kauai's power lost. The storm, a Category 1 hurricane that missed landfall, forced about 300 evacuations. Honolulu Civil Beat describes parts of Kauai as "like a war scene." The Seattle Times adds that power outages persist as crews assess damage. Emergency officials urge residents to conserve water and stay off roads.
Multiple news outlets report Hurricane Lowell battered Hawaii's western islands with fierce winds and heavy rain, causing widespread power outages and flooding risks. The Guardian notes damaging winds knocked out power for nearly all of Kauai's 73,000 residents, with sustained winds near 50 mph. The National Hurricane Center confirmed the storm's center passed west of the islands, lifting warnings for Kauai, Ni'ihau, and Oahu by Tuesday morning. However, flash flooding and mudslides remain a threat. The Seattle Times additionally reports the storm's bands brought significant rain and wind-related power outages to Kauai.
Hurricane Lowell is battering Hawaii's western islands with damaging winds and heavy rain, according to multiple reports. The Guardian details a hurricane warning for Kauai and Ni'ihau, with Oahu under a tropical storm warning. The National Hurricane Center warns of significant flood and mudslide risks, noting sustained winds near 50 mph on Kauai and gusts up to 80 mph. Hawaii's governor closed schools and offices. The Seattle Times and Houston Chronicle confirm the storm's impact but provide no additional details beyond the headline.
Multiple outlets report Hurricane Lowell, a Category 2 storm, passing near Hawaiian islands and causing widespread heavy rain statewide. A Hurricane Warning remains for Kauai and Niihau, with Tropical Storm Warnings for Oahu. The NY Post adds that while Lowell's center didn't make landfall, it made a rare direct impact, with Kauai experiencing wind gusts over 80 mph and over 60,000 customers without power. The Seattle Times notes the National Weather Service issued Hawaii's first tornado watch since 2008. Power outages are severe, with over 90% of Kauai dark.
Multiple news outlets report Hurricane Lowell, a Category 3 storm, nearing Hawaii with warnings for Kauai and Oahu. The National Hurricane Center issued emergency alerts for severe winds and possible mudslides starting Monday night. Al Jazeera notes Lowell is expected to skirt west of Kauai and Niihau, potentially causing coastal flooding up to three feet. The Seattle Times and Al Jazeera additionally report a rare possibility of tornadoes. While Al Jazeera describes Lowell's path as skirting specific islands, other outlets state it will pass near one Hawaiian island, causing major statewide rain.
Multiple news outlets report dangerous waves and currents along southern California beaches due to an offshore storm. The AP, Houston Chronicle, and Seattle Times confirm massive swells and hazardous conditions prompted beach closures and warnings. The NY Post adds that Hurricane Marie, though well offshore, caused the disruption, bringing rain to dry areas and generating 5- to 10-foot waves. The outlet also reports a Newport Beach surfer was swept across a jetty onto rocks but escaped injury, with lifeguards urging caution. The National Weather Service warned rock jetties were especially perilous during the elevated surf.
Tropical Storm Edouard made landfall near the Texas-Louisiana border Tuesday afternoon, according to multiple outlets including AP News and the Houston Chronicle. The storm knocked out power to over 70,000 homes and businesses across southeast Texas, primarily in Jefferson, Orange, and Hardin counties, as reported by the Texas Tribune. Heavy rainfall and flash flooding threats persist, with the Neches River nearing flood stage. The Miami Herald notes Edouard could become the season's first hurricane before landfall. Detroit Free Press additionally reports the storm made landfall seven miles from the Texas border.
Nepal's army continues rescue operations at a hydropower tunnel in Rasuwa following catastrophic flooding. Fox News reports 350 people have been rescued from the tunnel, though more than 100 remain trapped. The Prime Minister's Office shared footage showing workers pulling survivors through mud. Fox News states at least 538 people have died in Nepal, with over 1,900 missing. The U.S. State Department confirms approximately 90 Americans are unaccounted for. BBC News highlights the army's role in the tunnel rescue. Fox News also notes President Trump described the disaster as "brutal" and unprecedented.
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