After the strongest storm in a generation, Hawai’i residents take recovery into their own hands – in pictures
Summary
Hurricane Lowell struck the Hawaiian islands of Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau on September 7, causing heavy rains, strong winds, and flooding. Many residents quickly organized themselves to clear debris, distribute food, and help neighbors, while waiting for federal aid to arrive.Key Facts
- Hurricane Lowell was the strongest storm to hit Kaua‘i in 34 years.
- About 90% of Kaua‘i’s 36,000 electricity customers lost power.
- The storm destroyed 10 homes and severely damaged 67 others.
- Residents helped by clearing blocked roads to allow utility repairs.
- Communities cooked meals, distributed supplies, and checked on neighbors.
- Local culture of caring for one another, called mālama and ‘ohana, inspired these efforts.
- Federal aid was slow, with $21 million approved so far for earlier storms this year.
- Kaua‘i has faced six storm systems in 2024, many linked to a strong El Niño weather pattern.
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