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Severe Weather Causes Statewide Closures and Alerts Across Hawaii

Hawaii is facing significant disruptions due to severe weather, prompting officials to issue multiple emergency proclamations and advisories. All state offices, public schools, and university campuses will be closed on Monday as residents prepare for a powerful storm system expected to bring heavy rain, strong winds, and even snow in some areas. Thousands have already lost power due to gusty winds and downed trees, with ongoing flood advisories issued for regions such as Kauaʻi and the windward areas of the Big Island. Shoppers are stocking up in anticipation of the storm, and officials are urging caution and preparedness as conditions are expected to worsen through the weekend. Emergency shelters are being opened, and residents are being asked to conserve water amid the disruptions. Authorities remain on alert as the storm could bring further impacts into next week.
Governor Josh Green (.gov), Hawaii News Now, Honolulu Star-Advertiser, Honolulu Civil Beat, Hawaii Tribune-Herald, KITV, Maui Now, Big Island Now, KHON2, FOX Weather