Kauai News
Paramedics concerned about quality of care under new ambulance contract on Maui and Kauaʻi
Advocates of the current service say “flaws” in the new contract would diminish the Emergency Medical Services systems, and called the diminished standards “grossly irresponsible,” “negligent” and “profoundly hurtful” in the wake of the worst mass casualty in Hawaiʻi’s modern history.
Volunteer in the Makauwahi Cave Reserve on Kaua‘i
The “Reforest Hawaiʻi, Capture the Carbon” event on Sept. 16 begins at 7 a.m.
Four more Lāhainā wildfire disaster victims identified Sunday, bringing the total to 54
The Maui Police Department released the names of four more victims from the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire. Police today confirmed the identity of: Nicholas Turbin III, 71; Anthony “Tony” Simpson, 43; Glenda Yabes, 48; and John “Thumper” McCarthy, 74. All are from Lahaina.
Lane closures scheduled for portion of Iwipo‘o Road in Lāwa‘i
The road closure is necessary to allow the County of Kaua‘i Roads Division to repair a damaged culvert.
Maui Fire Department contains 100% of Lāhainā fire Sunday
The Maui Fire Department said the total estimated amount of acres for the Lāhainā fire is 2,170.
UH medical students meet leaders of Kauaʻi health care community
The students, part of Kauaʻi Medical Training Track program, kicked off their first year Aug. 18 during an event at The Plantation House by Gaylords.
Partial lane closures to be implemented along Pu‘uwai Road in Kalāheo
Residents, pedestrians and motorists are advised to adhere to flaggers, who will be on-site to assist with traffic flow.
Outrigger adds Kaua‘i Beach Resort in Līhu‘e to portfolio
The resort is spread across 25 acres of beachfront property with 350 guest rooms offering ocean views.
Tropical depression could form within next seven days off southern Mexico coast
It’s still way too early to tell if it could have any impacts on the Hawaiian Islands.
Elevated unrest continues in summit region of Big Island’s Kīlauea volcano
Kīlauea is not erupting, but increased seismic activity continues in an area south of the caldera.
Maui police ID another victim of deadly Lāhainā wildfire
A total of 50 people who died in the deadliest wildfire in the past century in the United States have now been officially named. Updated validated FBI list of missing at 385.
The Green to be featured during second concert in Maui Ola benefit series
After raising over $1 million for Maui relief, Maui Ola will return with a series of benefit concerts- donating all proceeds to those impacted by Mauiʻs devastating wildfires.
Kaua‘i weekly lane closures: Sept. 2-8
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Lane closure scheduled for Pu‘u Road in Kalāheo Sept. 5 to Sept. 19
Please make the appropriate arrangements to accommodate the necessary road closures, use alternate routes, and allow extra time to get to destinations. Motorists are advised to expect brief and occasional delays.
One hospitalized following Līhu‘e traffic crash Wednesday
First responders with the Kaua‘i Fire Department and American Medical Response arrived shortly after 4 p.m. and treated the Līhu‘e woman on the scene before admitting her to Wilcox Medical Center in serious condition.
Kaua‘i police ask for help identifying 3 suspects of theft, fraud in surveillance photos
According to police, on Aug. 22, a visitor from Texas reported that his wallet was stolen while swimming at Po‘ipū Beach Park.
Volcano Watch — Using remote acoustic monitoring to distinguish volcanic styles
Volcano observatories often use continuous remote monitoring instruments like seismometers and acoustic microphones to detect earthquakes and explosions.
Maui police identified 49 people killed in the Lāhainā wildfire; death toll remains at 115
The Maui Police Department released the name of one more victim from the Aug. 8 Lahaina fire. Police today confirmed the identity of Leroy Wagner, 69, of Lahaina.
Hawaiian Islands invited to come together for statewide vigil for Maui
Native Hawaiian cultural practitioners will lead a statewide, one-day vigil on Friday to aid the emotional and spiritual healing of those on Maui who suffered devastating loss from wildfires that swept through Lāhainā and other areas of the island.
Update: Water conservation notice lifted for customers in Moloa’a
Water tank levels have been stabilized and customers may now resume normal water use.
