• Hurricane Lowell triggered widespread power outages on Oahu, disrupting Hawaiian Electric service across the island.
• About 21,000 customers were without electricity as of 6:30 a.m. on Sept. 8, 2026, concentrated on Leeward and Windward coasts.
• Damage assessments began early Tuesday; restoration timelines were not provided pending completion of inspections.
• Flooding, fallen trees, storm debris, road closures may slow repairs in some areas.
• On Maui, service was restored to about 2,700 customers in Waiehu; fewer than 30 remained out on Hawaii Island.

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