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Island getaway hit with urgent warning as hurricane damage leaves travelers without power

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Margolis, A. (2026, September 15). Island getaway hit with urgent warning as hurricane damage leaves travelers without power. Fox News. https://www.foxnews.com/travel/island-getaway-hit-urgent-warning-hurricane-damage-leaves-travelers-without-power

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Fox News · collected 2026-09-15 · by Andrea Margolis

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Kaua'i, one of Hawaii’s westernmost islands, is still recovering from Hurricane Lowell, which struck on September 7 and 8, causing severe damage including widespread power outages. As of Monday, only about 82% of customers had their electricity restored. Kaua'i County Mayor Derek Kawakami has advised tourists to delay visits until the island fully recovers. The Hawai'i Tourism Authority also posted an advisory urging visitors to consider other Hawaiian islands instead.
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Kauai, one of Hawaii's westernmost islands, suffered severe damage from Hurricane Lowell on September 7 and 8, experiencing strong winds, heavy rain, and widespread power outages. As of Monday, 82% of electricity customers had their power restored, but many areas remained without essential services. The mayor of Kaua'i County, Derek Kawakami, advised against tourist visits while the island continues to recover from the hurricane's impact, stating that they are still in a phase of "digging out of the mud." He expressed hope for recovery faster than anticipated but did not specify when tourism would be feasible. Meanwhile, the Hawai'i Tourism Authority (HTA) urged travelers with upcoming plans to Kaua'i to reschedule or choose another Hawaiian island rather than canceling their trips entirely.

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“While both articles discuss the aftermath of Hurricane Lowell on Kauai, Article A reports on the ongoing recovery and warnings to tourists, while Article B focuses on the immediate relief efforts and subsequent business impacts after the hurricane.”
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Topics

Hawaii Hawaiian Kaua'i Kaua'i County The Hawai'i Tourism Authority

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"As the island focuses its resources on immediate needs, the Hawai'i Tourism Authority encourages travelers with upcoming Kaua'i plans to reschedule or consider visiting another Hawaiian island instead of canceling their trip," the organization stated.
framing: mixed · carried by 1 article(s) · first seen 2026-09-16
🔮 Speaking to reporters just a few days ago, Kaua'i County Mayor Derek Kawakami discouraged tourists from visiting and said the island was still digging itself "out of the mud." The mayor added that Kaua'i would "gladly welcome" tourists once the island "recover[s] to a point where we can handle more capacity coming in," according to Kaua'i Now News.
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Island getaway hit with urgent warning as hurricane damage leaves travelers without power · mixed framing

Claims (14 extracted, 4 hedged)

Tourists are being urged to hold off on visiting a scenic Hawaiian island as it continues to recover from a devastating hurricane. asserted
it → urge → hurricane
Kaua'i, one of Hawaii's westernmost islands, was battered by Hurricane Lowell on Sept. 7 and 8, which brought severe winds, heavy rain and widespread power outages. asserted
which → batter → winds
As of Monday, the island was still recovering, with electricity restored to about 82% of customers, according to Kaua'i County officials. uncertain
electricity → recover → officials
Speaking to reporters just a few days ago, Kaua'i County Mayor Derek Kawakami discouraged tourists from visiting and said the island was still digging itself "out of the mud." The mayor added that Kaua'i would "gladly welcome" tourists once the island "recover[s] to a point where we can handle more capacity coming in," according to Kaua'i Now News. uncertain
capacity → speak → News
"We are going to recover faster than I think we anticipated," he added, though he did not specify when the island might be ready to welcome visitors back. uncertain
island → go → visitors
The Hawai'i Tourism Authority (HTA) also posted an advisory late last week asking visitors to reconsider their trips. asserted
Authority → post → trips
"As the island focuses its resources on immediate needs, the Hawai'i Tourism Authority encourages travelers with upcoming Kaua'i plans to reschedule or consider visiting another Hawaiian island instead of canceling their trip," the organization stated. asserted
organization → focus → trip
"Travelers who are rescheduling should check directly with their airline, accommodations, and other travel providers for updated options." Fox News Digital reached out to Mayor Kawakami's office for comment. asserted
Digital → reschedule → comment
Also known as the Garden Island, Kaua'i is the fourth largest of Hawaii's main islands. asserted
Kaua'i → know → islands
The island received nearly 1.42 million visitors in 2025, according to Hawaii's Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT). uncertain
island → receive → Business
The tourist destination is known for its picturesque landscape and coastline, including Nā Pali Coast, Waimea Canyon and Hanalei Bay. asserted
destination → know → Coast
Hawaii's tourism industry has faced a series of natural hazards this year. asserted
industry → face → hazards
Earlier this year, Hawaii health officials issued brown water advisories across multiple islands after a storm brought heavy rain and contaminated runoff. asserted
storm → issue → rain
In January, Hawaii's Kilauea volcano erupted, leading officials at Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park to warn visitors about heavy traffic, crowds and potential hazards. asserted
volcano → erupt → traffic
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