Kona Low Storm Causes Widespread Power Outages Across Hawaii
• Powerful Kona low storm causes widespread power outages affecting approximately 86,000 Hawaiian Electric customers.
• Oahu, Maui County, and the Big Island are under a Flood Watch due to heavy rain and potential flash flooding.
• Hawaiian Electric crews are working to restore power, but widespread damage and ongoing severe weather conditions are hampering efforts.
Widespread power outages affect Hawaiian Electric customers
A significant Kona low storm has triggered widespread power outages throughout Hawaii, impacting around 86,000 Hawaiian Electric customers, particularly on Oahu. The storm damaged transmission lines, including a lightning strike that destroyed a pole. Hawaiian Electric crews are actively working on restoration, but progress is hampered by ongoing severe weather.
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