Lowell Echoes Iniki as Kauaʻi Faces Widespread Havoc Across Kauaʻi, Niʻihau and Lanai
Hurricane Lowell battered Kauaʻi, Lānaʻi and Niʻihau, with Gov. Josh Green likening the damage to 1992’s Iniki as officials mobilize aid; power outages affect thousands on Kauaʻi, a wrecked Lānaʻi harbor disrupts shipments, and two deaths have been linked to the storm. Airports faced delays, schools were damaged and prep for reopening continued, and federal disaster assistance is being sought. Niʻihau’s impact remains unclear due to limited communications, while local groups mobilize relief through 211 and other networks as damage assessments (231 so far) continue and repair costs are estimated in the millions.