Hawaii Residents Prepare for Hurricane Lowell
· World · The Independent, CBS News
Hurricane Lowell is tracking west of Hawaii, prompting the National Hurricane Center to issue a tropical storm warning for Kauai and Niihau. Forecasters expect rainfall between 6 and 14 inches, with the Big Island potentially receiving up to 12 inches. The storm carries maximum sustained winds of 125 mph and is moving north-northwest at 5 mph. Residents in Lihue are stocking up on essential supplies and securing properties in anticipation of potential power outages and flooding.
Why it matters
The storm poses a significant threat of flash flooding and mudslides, forcing residents and visitors to prepare for several days of isolation.
Read the original report — The Independent
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