Hurricane Lowell struck Hawaii's western islands on Saturday, Sept. 12. The storm caused damage on Kauai. Officials there asked visitors to avoid the island until the island has recovered. The governor of Hawaii sought President Trump for federal help. The Hawaii National Guard members worked on meal distributions in Kauai communities after damage from the storm.

Meanwhile, in a college football game, the Hawaii team was ahead of New Mexico State at halftime. A surf forecast was released for Sunday, September 13.