Kaua‘i News

Radar indicated at 5:02 a.m. severe thunderstorms capable of producing waterspouts were located along a line extending from the southern tip of Ni‘ihau to 55 nautical miles — or about 63 miles — southwest of the FAD Buoy PP and moving northeast at 20 knots — or about 23 mph.

‘Ohana can now apply to receive boxes of food for 9 weeks during the summer through the program; Mālama Kaua‘i also now seeking host sites, vendors and volunteers to serve as part of the 2026 program.

However, a flood watch does remain in effect until 6 p.m. Saturday (March 14) for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau.

State lawmakers must look inward, however, and ensure the state is living within its means before asking taxpayers to do the same; So while taking this action, they acknowledge revenues are declining as state costs for many programs rise because of action by U.S. Congress.

Outdoor recreation — including camping, hunting, hiking, mountain biking, etc. — and boating or other water activities during inclement weather put not only yourself but first responders at greater risk in an emergency.

The department issued a notice just before 2 p.m. Tuesday (March 10) saying phone lines and voicemails were down; it reported at about 4:30 p.m. that service was restored.

All eruptive activity was confined to Halemaʻumaʻu within Hawaiʻi Volcanoes National Park; Hawaiian Volcano Observatory continues to closely monitor Kīlauea and will issue additional notices as needed based on activity.

Kauaʻi Coffee Co. said it remains operational and open to the public while it continues to negotiate a new land lease to replace the one that is set to expire on March 28.

Kupu, a conservation and sustainability nonprofit, is accepting applications for stewards, who educate visitors and maintain trails for natural, cultural areas.

This decline comes after the Hawai‘i Department of Transportation launched its statewide 2026 Safe Roads Challenge in January, which turns traffic safety into a game with a free safe driving app.

Student filmmakers were celebrated during an awards ceremony for short films they created in 24 hours as part of the first-ever Kauaʻi Student Film Challenge.

Two wildfire preparedness meetings in Kaumakani will discuss evacuation strategies, risk reduction and much more on March 30 and 31,

Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami’s eighth and final 2026 State of the County Address will be recorded and released online via video on Wednesday afternoon.

A public swearing-in ceremony is scheduled for March 30, at 11:30 a.m. at the Kauaʻi War Memorial Convention Hall in Līhu‘e.

The National Weather Service forecasts a period of unsettled weather with the potential for heavy rain and thunderstorms that could lead to flash flooding as well as strong winds.

Hawaiʻi’s film and television industry is having a big year in 2026, with three major productions being filmed in the Aloha State.

The study found paddling connects people to their health, ancestors, environment and sense of purpose.

A developing Kona storm is forecast to hit Kauaʻi on Tuesday, March 10, bringing heavy rain, strong winds, and severe thunderstorms that could cause flash flooding and damaging winds.

According to the latest update from the Kauaʻi Fire Department, the brush fire near mile marker 2 on Waimea Canyon Drive has burned approximately 100 acres but is now under control.

People of all skills and from age 6 years old and up made the effort as colon cancer rates continue to increase, especially among younger adults.