Kauai News
High Surf Advisory Issued for East-Facing Shores
A high surf advisory has been issued for east-facing shores until March 17 at 6 p.m.
AARP Releases Vaccine Questionnaire Results
As of Tuesday, the state’s vaccine dashboard showed, by county, that between 44 and 73 percent of those 75 and older in Hawai`i had received at least one vaccine shot.
DOH Reports 46 New COVID Cases Monday
The state’s two-week average is 51 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1%.
Guide For Hawai‘i Bars, Restaurants to Access New COVID Grant Funding
Administered by the Small Business Administration (SBA), the new Restaurant Revitalization Fund will offer grants to small food and beverage businesses to cover the difference between 2019 revenue and 2020 revenue.
Vaccine Eligibility Expands Monday
Kaua‘i residents in phase 1c are now eligible for COVID-19 vaccination registration.
Hawaiian to Expand Pre-Clearance Travel Program
Hawaiian announced Monday it is expanding its pre-clearance program to Japan and South Korea, making it more convenient for international travelers to visit and safely enjoy the state of Hawai‘i.
Coast Guard Calls Off Search for Missing Man
Maui County Fire Department rescue crews located the remains and confirmed they matched the description of the swimmer, missing since Thursday.
March Named as Brain Injury Awareness Month
Hawai’i Governor David Y. Ige and City and County of Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi proclaim March 2021 as Brain Injury Awareness Month.
51 New Cases Identified
A total of 1,929 individuals have been hospitalized as a result of COVID-19 infection since the pandemic began, while at least 451 people have died.
Secrets of Rainbows and the App Helps Find Them
Rainbows are some of the most spectacular optical phenomena in the natural world and Hawaiʻi has an abundance of them.
Mālama Kaua‘i Ferries Food to North Shore Communities Cut Off by Hanalei Landslide
Kaua‘i residents have stepped up to take care of their own after a landslide, caused by severe weather, covered Kūhiō Highway at Hanalei Hill, cutting off the North Shore from the rest of the island last week. Over the course of two days, volunteers with Mālama Kaua‘i were able to deliver approximately 180 produce bags […]
Fissure Discovered on Upper Portion of Hanalei Hill Landslide
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) discovered a fissure on the upper portion of a landslide that has covered Kūhiō Highway at Hanalei Hill. earlier this week.
Flood Advisory in Kaua‘i County Extended to 7 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended the a flood advisory for Kaua‘i County until 7 p.m.
Hawai‘i’s Guide to the COVID-19 Relief Plan
A new comprehensive guide to help Hawai‘i families, workers, and small businesses navigate federal COVID-19 relief resources and programs has been authorized by the American Rescue Plan Act.
Kūhiō Highway Closures on North Shore Ongoing
Multiple agencies are responding to continuing severe weather impacts including attending to the needs of our isolated Hanalei to Hā‘ena communities.
HI-EMA Offers Reminders on How to be Prepared in a Disaster
The severe weather and consequent flooding across the state serve as a stark reminder that disasters can strike at any time of day, and any time of year.
Flood Advisory Issued for Kaua‘i Till 4 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood advisory for Kaua‘i County until 4 p.m.
DOH Reports 64 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 64 new cases of coronavirus Saturday, raising the statewide total to 28,208.
Women in Space Exploration Talk Series Free to Public Next Week
The public is invited to attend the 2nd WiSE (Women in Space Exploration) Talks series organized by PISCES during spring break, March 15-19.
Officials Hope to Fully Clear Hanalei Landslide in 3 Months
Officials hope to open Kūhiō Highway to single-lane emergency traffic by next week after a landslide covered the roadway at Hanalei Hill on March 11.
