Kaua‘i News
Officials Advise No Swimming Amid High Surf Warning
Ocean Safety officials advise no swimming or snorkeling at north-facing shores due to a high surf warning and dangerous ocean conditions.
Water Service Shutdown Scheduled in Hanapēpē
Water has been shut down for a portion of Koko Road and Ali’i Road in Hanapēpē until 3 p.m.
California Woman Dies After 3-Car Crash in Wailua
A California woman is dead after a three-car crash in Wailua Monday, Nov. 1.
38 New COVID Cases Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 38 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 84,402.
Wailua Homeless Camp Dismantled
Several dozen people who’d established long-term camps on state conservation lands on Koki Road in Wailua moved out Monday, Nov. 1.
High Surf Advisory Extended Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau
The warning may be extended or modified as conditions develop.
Governor Extends Emergency Disaster Period for Kauaʻi
The proclamation extends the disaster emergency relief period and supports the state’s efforts to provide quick and efficient relief of suffering, damage, and losses caused by the storm.
Test Positivity Rate Falls Below 2% For First Time in Months
The state’s seven-day average is now 115 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.7%.
Welcome Back: Hawai´i Opens Arms to Vaccinated Tourism
The state of Hawai´i has welcomed back vaccinated tourists.
Senate Confirms Six Judicial Appointments
Of the filled positions, 47% of state court judges are female and 53% are male.
Moderna Booster For Eligible Populations
Per guidance from the CDC, patients will be asked to self-attest to their eligibility as defined by the eligibility guidelines, to help reduce barriers to access for these select populations.
152 New Cases
A total of 4,741 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 916 have died.
Lane Closure Scheduled on Kūhiʻō Highway for Ditch Cleaning
A lane closure is scheduled on Kūhiʻō Highway for ditch cleaning starting Monday, Nov. 1.
High Surf Advisory Issued for Multiple Hawaiian Islands
Expect strong breaking waves, shore break, and strong longshore and rip currents making swimming difficult and dangerous.
Hawaiʻi Eclipses 900 Total COVID-Related Deaths, With 10 Reported Saturday
The state’s seven-day average is now 119 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2%.
Multiple Brush Fires Extinguished in Anahola
Kaua‘i firefighters extinguished multiple brush fires that broke out in a 40-acre area in Anahola Wednesday, Oct. 27.
Track Your Ballot in the Upcoming Special Election
The Elections Division of the Office of the County Clerk and the State Office of Elections are partnering with a Colorado company to offer voters a free and secure way to track their ballots.
