Kauaʻi's main airport shut down as Tropical Storm Lowell closed in, stranding travelers but sparing the island a longer hit because the storm is moving fast.

• Lihue airport closed late morning and sat empty for the rest of the day.
• Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines dropped more than 40 flights, including trips between Kauaʻi and the U.S. West Coast.
• Airlines and state transportation officials are watching the weather overnight before deciding whether to fly again.
• The storm is moving quickly, which should push it past the island by early morning.

Outlook: Flights are unlikely to move before dawn, with a decision on resuming service expected once the storm clears.