Kauai island tells tourists to stay away while Hurricane Lowell recovery
Travelers should avoid Kauai and visit other Hawaiian islands while the hurricane-damaged island recovers.
Hurricane Lowell devastated Kauai. The entire island lost power.
Most areas also lost running water. The South Shore was hit hardest.
Oceanfront homes near Baby Beach were destroyed. One witness said five or six homes on a single street were destroyed.
Hawaii's Tourism Authority is asking travelers to postpone Kauai visits. They want people to visit other Hawaiian islands instead.
Residents are also appealing on social media. They say tourists will only take up resources needed for recovery.
Officials are working on clearing roads. They are also restoring power to local communities.
A retired tourism executive warned that unless visitors plan to bring relief supplies or visit family, now is not the time to travel to Kauai.
- Kauai
- Island affected
- Hurricane Lowell
- Storm name
- South Shore near Baby Beach
- Hardest-hit area
- Five or six homes
- Homes destroyed on single street
Why it mattersTravelers planning Hawaiian holidays need to know which islands are open and working. They also need to know which islands are recovering from natural disaster.
AustraliaAustralian tourists booking Hawaii trips should avoid Kauai for now and choose other islands to support local needs during recovery.
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