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UPDATE: Flooding remains possible for at least next few hours as rain continues to overspread Garden Isle

Flood advisory for Kauaʻi extended until 6 a.m. today (March 13) as radar continues to show a large area of rain moving from the southwest, with embedded heavier showers producing rainfall of up to 1 inch per hour

‘Aloha Bricks ’26’: Kaua‘i middle school students among those who express school pride in newest Bishop Museum exhibit

The exhibit featuring “Stories of Hawaiʻi” includes students’ school mosaics — including from Kauaʻi — and other LEGO-inspired creations that will take over Castle Memorial Building beginning March 14.

UPDATE: Guardrail repairs, lane closures postponed in Kapaʻa due to inclement weather

Lane closures on Kainahola Road in the vicinity of Kawaihau Road are scheduled from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, March 20, weather permitting.

Red Cross opens Kaua‘i emergency center for residents affected by kona low

Volunteers are standing by at the evacuation location at Kapa’a Middle School, located at 4867 Olohena Road, and ready to provide safe shelter, snacks, water and emotional support; disaster health services, mental health support and spiritual care also are available.

UPDATE: High wind warning in effect for Kauaʻi until Sunday

High winds are expected Kauaʻi, especially communities north and east of steep mountains beginning at 6 p.m. today until Sunday, according to the National Weather Service in Honolulu.

Gov. Green urges Kauaʻi, state to continue to prepare for severe weather, with the worst still ahead

Rainfall totals could reach 15 inches or more, with winds reaching 40 miles her hour with gusts up to 60 miles per hour in some areas of the state, increasing the risk of flash floods, landslides and dangerous debris.
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UPDATE: Flooding remains possible for at least next few hours as rain continues to overspread Garden Isle

Flood advisory for Kauaʻi extended until 6 a.m. today (March 13) as radar continues to show a large area of rain moving from the southwest, with embedded heavier showers producing rainfall of up to 1 inch per hour

‘Aloha Bricks ’26’: Kaua‘i middle school students among those who express school pride in newest Bishop Museum exhibit

The exhibit featuring “Stories of Hawaiʻi” includes students’ school mosaics — including from Kauaʻi — and other LEGO-inspired creations that will take over Castle Memorial Building beginning March 14.

Gov. Green urges Kauaʻi, state to continue to prepare for severe weather, with the worst still ahead

Rainfall totals could reach 15 inches or more, with winds reaching 40 miles her hour with gusts up to 60 miles per hour in some areas of the state, increasing the risk of flash floods, landslides and dangerous debris.

Kauaʻi Community College, other University of Hawaiʻi campuses to close Friday

All University of Hawaiʻi campuses on Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, and Maui County will be closed Friday, outdoor events canceled Saturday.

Finance Committee advances $10 billion 2026-27 state budget to House floor vote

The $10 billion budget prioritizes investments that support local families, strengthen essential public services, and build long-term resilience for Hawaiʻi’s communities.

In last address as mayor, Kawakami looks back on projects, partnerships across Kauaʻi

Kauaʻi Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami delivered his final State of the County address, highlighting achievements in housing, infrastructure, and public safety during his nearly seven years in office.

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Volcano Watch: Kīlauea Episode 43 reaches new lava fountain height record, causes tephra fallout on nearby communities

As future eruptive episodes approach, monitor the weather forecast and follow guidance from Hawai‘i County Civil Defense so you can prepare for these events if you live in an area that could experience tephra fallout.

7 criminal justice reform bills pass Hawaiʻi House and move to Senate

Hawai‘i County Prosecuting Attorney Kelden Waltjen expressed disappointment over the passage of three of the House bills that he says "will only further diminish the public's trust in the criminal justice system."

UPDATE: Quake that rattled off Kaʻū Coast of Big Island upped to magnitude 4.4

More than 155 "Felt Reports" were made from around the Big Island within the first half-hour after the quake struck.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 13, 2026

A powerful kona storm will near the state producing periods of hazardous weather impacts across the Hawaiian Islands through the weekend. Expect a combination...

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Maui Surf Forecast for March 13, 2026

A series of small, short to medium period west-northwest swells will bring small surf to north and west facing shores through the remainder of the week...

All State Parks closed closed until further notice due to severe weather

Due to continuing severe weather, all DLNR Division of State Parks properties on Kauaʻi, Oʻahu, Molokaʻi, Maui, and Hawaiʻi Island are closed until further notice. This includes ʻIolani Palace, the Queen Emma Summer Palace and Mauna ‘Ala (the Royal Mausoleum) on O‘ahu. Closures will remain in effect until state and county emergency management agencies have determined it is safe to resume normal operations. 

Time lapse video over West Maui

Visitor Tyler Gentry captured this picturesque time lapse video of West Maui while vacationing on Maui from Arizona. The imagery comes as Maui braces for severe weather impacts from a kona storm.

No tsunami expected after 4.2 quake off Kaʻū Coast of Hawaiʻi Island

There is no tsunami expected after a 4.2 earthquake reported at 5:16 p.m. on Thursday, March 12, 2026, located off the Kaʻū Coast of Hawaiʻi Island.