National Hurricane Center issues advisories for Hurricanes Lowell, Karina, and Marie in the Pacific

The National Hurricane Center (NHC) is actively issuing advisories for three hurricanes in the Pacific. Hurricane Lowell, a Category 3 hurricane, maintains maximum sustained winds near 125 mph (205 km/h) and is expected to remain a major hurricane through the weekend, with interests in the Hawaiian Islands advised to monitor its progress. Hurricane Karina and Hurricane Marie both have maximum sustained winds near 100 mph (155 km/h). Karina is forecast for gradual weakening but should remain a hurricane for the next day or two, while Marie could strengthen today before a slow weakening trend begins on Saturday.