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Hurricane Fausto is driving the biggest statewide weather story, with high surf advisories now stretching across east-facing shores and south-facing surf warnings lingering as the system moves west of the islands. The storm is weakening, but partner reports from MauiNow.com, BigIslandNow.com and KauaiNowNews.com all point to the same practical concern: rough ocean conditions and the need to keep a close eye on changing forecasts. On the ground, the Big Island is still dealing with the aftermath of the Kawaihae Road fire, while Maui continues to mark three years since the 2023 wildfires with recovery still uneven. Kauaʻi’s coverage also reflects a broader coastal and land-use focus, from beach cleanup totals to new rice-growing research.

Maui

Maui’s biggest story is the three-year marker since the 2023 wildfires, which shows progress but also makes clear that recovery remains uneven. The island is also watching Fausto’s approach and the weather and surf advisories that could affect beaches and marine conditions. Beyond the storm coverage, MauiNow.com also notes a Haʻikū community meeting on speed tables and mayoral candidates and the return of Uptown Getdown in Wailuku.

Big Island

The Big Island is dealing with both storm-related surf impacts and the lingering response to the Kawaihae Road fire, which is now under control and has reopened roads. BigIslandNow.com also reports on breakfast delivered to firefighters and on Fausto’s latest track and weakening winds, both of which matter as the island stays on alert. Community and business coverage rounds out the day, including a talk story session with Police Chief Reed Mahuna, firefighter graduation, and business updates from Waimea and beyond.

Kauaʻi

Kauaʻi is facing the same Fausto-driven surf threat seen across the state, with east- and south-facing shores under advisories and the storm still in the background even as it weakens. Beyond the weather, KauaʻiNowNews.com highlights a major Surfrider cleanup report showing how much trash volunteers removed from beaches last year. There’s also a forward-looking rice-growing research story, plus routine local updates on pool schedules, lane closures, and a school field trip to the Pacific Missile Range Facility.

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