Kaua‘i News
Brown water advisory lifted for Kauaʻi, issued for four areas
Waimea Recreational Pier, Kōloa Landing, Hanamāulu Beach, and Niumalu Beach are under a brown water advisory due to potential pollutant risks post-storm.
2 tropical disturbances in East Pacific; Hawaiʻi officials monitoring the systems
While it is too early to determine the track, intensity and magnitude of these disturbances, Hawaiʻi officials say residents should prepare again for possible bad weather.
Kauaʻi County: What you need to know about Tropical Storm Lala recovery
Kauaʻi Emergency Management Agency damage reporting portals are open for the public to submit damage reports related to Tropical Storm Lala; some state parks remain closed; brown water advisory still in effect.
Kauaʻi County offices, facilities to close for Statehood Day
Kauaʻi County offices and various public facilities will close on Friday, Aug. 21, for Statehood Day.
Kauaʻi County moves to expand 15-mph school area speed limits around Kalaheo Elementary School
County officials have launched a plan to enforce a permanent 15 mph speed limit around Kalāheo Elementary School, aiming to ensure student safety by extending the limit beyond school hours.
Kaua’i news briefs for Aug. 19: Road closures, community needs survey, water quality report and more
A quick look at news happening around the Garden Isle.
State health officials urge precautions following Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lala
Major storms create environmental conditions that can be detrimental to public health; state health officials urge the public to keep these safety guidelines in mind as people clean up after the storm.
Waimea Athletic Field restroom closes for renovations this week
The County of Kauaʻi Department of Parks and Recreation will close the restrooms from Wednesday, Aug. 19 to Thursday, Aug 20.
SNAP recipients eligible for replacement benefits following Lala
In the aftermath of Hurricane Lala’s severe weather and power outages, SNAP recipients are eligible for replacement benefits to regain lost food resources.
Emergency tree trimming to cause delays on Māluhia Road
Drivers on Māluhia Road should brace for delays on Tuesday due to emergency tree-trimming work, with temporary road closures possible.
Lala struck in darkness on the Big Island. With no power, no cell service, one Nā‘ālehu resident prayed with her dog
Ka‘ū residents talk about their fear while Hurricane Lala struck at night, and the sadness when morning came and they could see the damage.
Girl Scouts of Hawaiʻi seeks 40 companies for new Adopt-A-Troop Initiative
Initiative, designed to reflect range of industries and career paths available in Hawaiʻi, is open to companies throughout the state that want to support troops and introduce girls to career opportunities.
Wildlife officials warn of injured, grounded birds after Tropical Storm Lala
As Kauaʻi embarks on recovery efforts after Tropical Storm Lala, officials urge residents to exercise caution when encountering displaced native birds.
State urges residents to file insurance claims as quickly as possible following Hurricane Lala
Contact your insurance company or agent right away to report the loss if your home, vehicle or personal property was damaged. Ask for your claim number and confirm any filing or documentation submission deadlines.
UPDATE: Water conservation notice lifted for Hanapēpē-ʻEleʻele and Kekaha service areas
Customers can resume normal water use; county thanks communities for their conservation efforts throughout the notice period.
Update: 301 customers of Kauaʻi Island Utility Cooperative still without power due to Tropical Storm Lala
Most of the customers without power are on the South side of Kaua’i, the closest to Tropical Storm Lala’s high winds.
Kauaʻi faces widespread disruptions as Lala sweeps past with strong winds and rain
Visitors scrambled to rearrange travel plans while residents dealt with downed trees, damaged property, road closures and power outages.
Tropical Storm Lala is 170 miles past Līhuʻe, but outer bands still bringing rain, gusty winds
Tropical storm conditions, especially in gusts, are ongoing across portions of Kauai County, with the strongest winds occurring in areas of higher terrain.
Fisherman rescued from tide pool near Kahili Point in Kīlauea
Kauaʻi Fire Department personnel crossed a river and walked along a shoreline with medical equipment and a rescue basket to help the distressed fisherman.
Hurricane Hunters reveal what they found inside Lala as it strengthens into a Category 1 hurricane
As Hurricane Lala intensifies into a Category 1 storm, the U.S. Air Force Hurricane Hunters have flown back to California after performing essential data collection flights to improve understanding of Lala.
