State and county emergency crews are actively mobilizing personnel and heavy equipment across the islands as Hurricane Lowell threatens a northward turn toward the state.

Gov. Josh Green joined Kauaʻi County Mayor Derek Kawakami, Hawaiʻi Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan and National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist John Bravender to outline preparations ahead of the storm.

State and county emergency crews are actively mobilizing personnel and heavy equipment across the islands as Hurricane Lowell threatens a northward turn toward the state.
Gov. Josh Green joined Kauaʻi County Mayor Derek Kawakami, Hawaiʻi Adjutant General Maj. Gen. Stephen Logan and National Weather Service Warning Coordination Meteorologist John Bravender to outline preparations ahead of the storm.

Most people probably aren’t tied to the television during their lunch hour — why shouldn’t a lunchtime newscast find you, instead of you having to find it!?

Most people probably aren&rsquo;t tied to the television during their lunch hour &mdash; why shouldn&rsquo;t a lunchtime newscast find you, instead of you having to find it!?

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The podcast home of Hawaii's source for breaking news. Hawaii News Now is the state's leader for breaking news, weather alerts, traffic updates and sports headlines, plus the latest headlines on the issues that impact you and your families the most — including the global coronavirus pandemic.

The podcast home of Hawaii's source for breaking news. Hawaii News Now is the state's leader for breaking news, weather alerts, traffic updates and sports headlines, plus the latest headlines on the issues that impact you and your families the most &mdash; including the global coronavirus pandemic.

The podcast home of Hawaii's source for breaking news.

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FULL BRIEFING: State, counties mobilize resources ahead of Hurricane Lowell | September 4, 2026

We track Hurricane Lowell as it turn towards the islands for the powerful category 4 storm. State crews are busy clearing waterways to prepare for the storm ahead. Plus, Catholic Charities Hawaii delivers free meals to kupuna.

We track Hurricane Lowell as it turn towards the islands for the powerful category 4 storm. State crews are busy clearing waterways to prepare for the storm ahead. Plus, Catholic Charities Hawaii delivers free meals to kupuna.

Sunrise at 7 a.m. (September 5, 2026)

As Hawaii keeps a close eye on Hurricane Lowell's path, Gov. Josh Green and other state and county leaders explain the emergency resources and preparations being put into place. Kauai residents remain on edge with Lowell expected to make a hard turn north, bringing back haunting memories of Iniki. A dump truck hit an overpass on the H-1 Freeway, causing a traffic nightmare for motorists heading eastbound Friday afternoon.

As Hawaii keeps a close eye on Hurricane Lowell's path, Gov. Josh Green and other state and county leaders explain the emergency resources and preparations being put into place. Kauai residents remain on edge with Lowell expected to make a hard turn north, bringing back haunting memories of Iniki. A dump truck hit an overpass on the H-1 Freeway, causing a traffic nightmare for motorists heading eastbound Friday afternoon.

First at 4 p.m. (September 4, 2026)

From special celebrations to weekend events, we’re highlighting what’s happening around Oʻahu. Plus, enjoy a lion dance performance and catch some talented young musicians taking the stage.

From special celebrations to weekend events, we&rsquo;re highlighting what&rsquo;s happening around Oʻahu. Plus, enjoy a lion dance performance and catch some talented young musicians taking the stage.

FULL BRIEFING: State, counties mobilize resources ahead of Hurricane Lowell | September 4, 2026

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