Kaua‘i News
New videos provide tips to fight back against garden pests and diseases
Topics covered include proper methods for sharing sweet potato, recognizing banana bunchy top virus and disposal of different kinds of contaminated plant materials.
Work continues on Kapa‘a roundabout project; additional closures scheduled
Intermittent one-lane closures are planned during the week to allow road reconstruction at the roundabout. Other portions of the three roadways also will be closed and detours will be in place.
Public invited to attend inauguration of Kaua’i Mayor and County Council on Dec. 1
The inauguration of Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami and the Kaua‘i County Council will be held Dec. 1 at the Kaua‘i War Memorial Convention Hall.
Kaua’i police search for driver involved in hit-and-run Tuesday night
The driver of a truck involved in a hit-and-run crash in Līhuʻe critically injured a bicyclist.
High surf warning issued for portions of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau; wind advisory also in effect
Dangerous surf of 20 to 25 feet is forecast along north-facing shores.
Postal elves accepting keiki wish list letters to Santa Claus for anonymous gift program
Operation Santa encourages Hawaiʻi children to create and submit their Santa wish list letters for potential “adoption” by anonymous gift-givers.
National Weather Service advises against hosting outdoor Thanksgiving dinners due to severe weather
A severe weather forecast has been issued for the entire state starting tonight through Thanksgiving Day.
Strong northeast winds, significant north swell possible on Thanksgiving
You might want to change any plans you have outside on Turkey Day.
Brush fire at Kauaʻi Coffee extinguished by firefighters on Monday
Kauaʻi firefighters navigated through coffee fields to put out the blaze, which was about 100 by 600 yards in size.
Kauaʻi firefighters and local surfers rescue swimmer at Keālia Beach
The swimmer rescued was a 22-year-old visitor from Colorado.
Kaua‘i residents encouraged to continue making appointments for services at DMV
Kaua‘i residents are encouraged to continue making appointments for services at the Department of Motor Vehicles, especially with the end of the year and upcoming holiday season.
What to expect for Thanksgiving holiday travel in Hawai’i this year
An estimated 9.7 million residents of Hawai‘i, Alaska and the U.S. West Coast plan to travel for Thanksgiving.
No injuries reported after small brush fire ignites in Līhu‘e
No injuries were reported and no structures were damaged following a brush fire in Līhu‘e Sunday afternoon.
National Weather Service issues red flag warning for leeward areas of Kaua‘i
The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning for the leeward areas of Kaua‘i County till 6 p.m.
Hawai’i remembers 527 deaths in five years on World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims
In Hawaiʻi, there were 60 fatalities statewide in the first six months of 2022, compared to 46 during the same period in 2021.
County offices to be closed for Thanksgiving
Following the holiday, regular business hours for county offices and services will resume Nov. 25.
UH study shows reef halos could be key to remote checkup of coral health worldwide
These bands of bare, sandy seafloor surrounding coral patch reefs could provide a window into reef health around the globe.
More road closures scheduled in Kapa‘a because of roundabout construction project
During the next several weeks, traffic control configurations around the Mailihuna Road, Hau‘a‘ala Road and Kawaihau Road intersection will change.
Video shows how parasitic wasps saved native Wiliwili trees in Hawai’i from extinction
“Wiliwili is a keystone species in our dry forests, and nearly every part of this special tree is used by cultural practitioners. The impact of losing this species would have been profound.” — Chipper Wichman, President of the National Tropical Botanical Garden
High surf advisory for north-facing shores extended statewide
The north swell causing the advisory level surf is expected to begin falling later today.
