Hurricane Lowell Weakens to Category 4, Hawaii Under State of Emergency with Forecasted Heavy Rain and Life-Threatening Surf

Hurricane Lowell, after briefly regaining Category 5 strength, has weakened slightly to a Category 4 hurricane south of Hawaii. As of Saturday, September 5, 2026, heavy rainfall, life-threatening surf, and potential wind and storm-surge impacts are forecast for portions of the state through early next week, particularly around Kauaʻi County. Hawaii remains under a State of Emergency.