The storm has already claimed one life in a car accident near South Point on the Big Island. Flooding and mudslides pose significant risks, especially in steep areas. Coastal flooding from storm surges is affecting normally dry areas. Power outages are widespread, with Hawaiian Electric Industries warning that some areas may remain without power for weeks or months. Air travel has been disrupted, with over 100 flights canceled. The storm's impacts are compounded by Hawaii's vulnerability to tropical storms, as seen in past events like Hurricane Iniki in 1992 and the 2023 Maui wildfires exacerbated by Hurricane Dora.