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Hawaii Braces for Hurricane Lowell | Yakima News
Hawaii braces for a major blow as Hurricane Lowell, a Category 3 storm, barrels toward the islands with torrential rain, flooding, and mudslide risks. Kauai and Niihau face tropical storm warnings, with up to 14 inches of rain expected—while the Big Island braced for 4-12 inches. Winds stretch 50 miles from the eye, with tropical force winds reaching 175 miles out. Coastal areas on Kauai could see up to 3 feet of storm surge. Residents and tourists are stocking up on water, food, and fuel, preparing to hunker down for days. Meanwhile, swells from Hurricane Marie are whipping up dangerous surf…
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