Hurricane Lowell slammed into Hawaii's western islands on Saturday, Sept. 12. The storm left damage on Kauai. Officials there urged visitors to avoid the island until the island has recovered. The governor of Hawaii sought President Trump for federal assistance. The Hawaii National Guard members helped with meal distributions in Kauai communities following the storm damage.
Meanwhile, in a college football game, the Hawaii team held a lead over New Mexico State going into the locker room. A surf forecast was released for Sunday, September 13.