Hurricane Lowell Maintains Strength, Tropical Storm Watch Issued for Kauaʻi County

Hurricane Lowell remains a powerful Category 4 storm, projected to pass west of Kauaʻi as a Category 2 or 3. A Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect for Kauaʻi County, including Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, with heavy rainfall and high surf expected. This development necessitates preparedness for potential hazardous conditions in the affected areas. Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Karina is forecast to become post-tropical, and Hurricane Marie is expected to weaken.