Hurricane warning issued for western Hawaii as Lowell approaches

TL;DR

Hurricane Lowell, a Category 2 storm with 115 mph sustained winds, is battering western Hawaii.
Hurricane warnings are in effect for Kauai and Niihau; a tropical storm warning is issued for Oahu.
Lowell is expected to pass west of the main Hawaiian Islands and is forecast to weaken but remain a hurricane.
Heavy rainfall is predicted, with potential for significant flash flooding and mudslides, especially on Kauai and the Big Island.
Storm surge up to 4 feet is possible for Kauai County, and life-threatening surf and rip currents are expected across many islands.

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