Cory Lum/Civil Beat/2018
SLIDESHOW: Lane’s Slow Approach To Islands
Hawaii prepared for a major hurricane for several days before Lane weakened into a tropical storm.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
Why Waikiki Is At Risk Of Flooding
Federal officials are concerned the Ala Wai Canal, the historic waterway bordering the tourist district, will overflow this weekend.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Fear The Hurricane? Not These Hardy Tourists
“We’re the hurricane that hit Honolulu,” says one visitor who arrived in Honolulu with a large extended family.
Natanya Friedheim/Civil Beat
Many Homeless People Are Choosing To Ride Out The Storm
Outreach workers ramped up efforts to alert the homeless about Hurricane Lane, but some opted to stay in encampments.
NASA
How Non-English Speakers Can Get Hurricane Updates
Instead of translating announcements, the City of Honolulu relies on a multilingual radio station to reach residents who don’t understand English.
Jason Armstrong/Civil Beat/2018
Big Island: A Windward Drenching, But No Wind Damage Yet
UPDATED: The drenching closes some roads and causes landslides, but strong winds had been reported as of 6:30 p.m.
Maui: Feels Like Hana Of Old After Hurricane Threat Chases Tourists Away
The iconic but usually congested Hana Highway is quiet as confident residents get ready to hunker down.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Caldwell: City Tries To Mitigate Flood Danger, But Don’t Count On It
A major flood warning is in effect for all islands as Hurricane Lane draws nearer.
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No Party Like A Hurricane Party
The Breaker’s Bar and Restaurant is preparing for Hurricane Lane by offering drink specials and promoting some partying.
Cory Lum/Civil Beat
Hurricane Closes Hawaii’s Harbors, Freezing A Fragile Supply Chain
If Hurricane Lane strikes Oahu, officials say they have a plan in place to clear roads for emergency access as soon as possible.