Hurricane Lowell Lashes Hawaii; DR Congo School Fire Kills 26; Swiss Alps Coach Crash Claims Lives

Hurricane Lowell has caused significant damage to Hawaii's western islands, with widespread power outages reported on Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, and Oʻahu. The storm, a Category 2 with winds up to 110 mph, brought unusual conditions, including a rare tornado watch for Kauaʻi. This hurricane season has been above normal, influenced by a strong El Niño.

In other disaster news, a devastating fire at two schools in the Democratic Republic of Congo has killed at least 26 students, with dozens more injured. Reports indicate a stampede occurred as students attempted to flee the blaze in the eastern city of Bukavu. Meanwhile, a tragic coach crash in the Swiss Alps has resulted in several fatalities and injuries among Dutch tourists. Additionally, a cargo ship fire in Qingdao, China, claimed the lives of 25 individuals, with the cause of the blaze still under investigation.