Hurricane Lowell's Shadow: When a Storm Becomes a Symptom of a Larger Issue The National Hurricane Center has issued a tropical storm warning for two Hawaiian islands, Kauai and Niihau, in anticipation of heavy rains, flooding, and possible mudslides caused by Hurricane Lowell.
A Category 3 storm passing to the west of Hawaii, Lowell's approach serves as a stark reminder that even in the face of natural disasters, our collective vulnerabilities are often laid bare.
Lori Benkert, a real estate agent managing dozens of properties on Kauai, has taken steps to prepare for the storm by boarding up two houses on the western side of the island.