Kauai News
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.
Hawai´i Identifies First 3 “Breakthrough” Cases of COVID-19
The Hawai´i Department of Health (DOH) on Friday noted the state’s first three “breakthrough” cases of coronavirus, which isn’t so positive a term as it sounds.
Flash Flood Warning Extends Till 7:45 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a flash flood warning in Kaua‘i County until 7:45 p.m.
Heavy Rain Causes Sewage Discharge into Kalapaki Bay
Approximately 200 gallons of secondary treated wastewater was discharged into Kalapaki Bay, Friday afternoon, March 12.
Flash Flood Warning Extended to 4:45 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has extended a flash flood warning in Kaua‘i County to 4:45 p.m.
Kaua‘i Bus Offers Shuttle Service to Evacuate ‘Anini Beach Park’s Houseless Community
Kaua‘i County officials advise members of the houseless community at ‘Anini Beach Park to voluntarily evacuate due to flooding in the area.
HDOT, Kaua‘i County Working to Create Emergency Access for North Shore Community Cut Off by Landslide
The Hawaii Department of Transportation (HDOT) will maintain closures on Kūhiō Highway (Route 560) on the north shore of Kaua‘i.
DOH Identifies 66 New COVID Cases Friday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 66 new cases of coronavirus across all islands Friday, raising the statewide total to 28,145.
Several Road Closures Reported Due to Severe Flash Flooding
Various road closures are reported island-wide due to severe flash flooding.
Flash Flood Warning Issued Till 2 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flash flood warning for Kaua‘i County until 2 p.m.
More COVID-19 Vaccines Headed to Health Centers Statewide to Help Underserved Communities
Ho‘ola Lahui Hawai‘i Kaua‘i Community Health Center is one of 12 health centers statewide selected to participate in a COVID-19 vaccine program aimed at providing more vaccines to those disproportionately impacted by the virus.
Flood Advisory in Effect for Kaua‘i County Till Noon
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood advisory for Kaua‘i County until noon.
Kaua‘i County Under Flash Flood Watch Till Saturday
A flash flood watch is in effect until 6 a.m. Saturday for Kaua‘i County.
Portions of Kūhiō Highway Remain Closed; Response Ongoing After Severe Weather Impacts
Kūhiō Highway closures will be maintained until officials can safely assess the amount of damage after a landslide covered the roadway by Hanalei Hill.
Former High School JROTC Instructor Indicted on Sexual Assault
A former JROTC Senior Army Instructor at Waimea High School was indicted on several sexual abuse offenses involving a former student.
COVID Vaccine Eligibility to Expand Next Week
Beginning Monday, all adults over the age of 65 will be eligible for the vaccine in Hawai‘i.
Helicopter Prepares to Send KIUC Crews to North Shore to Assess Current Power Outage
A landslide across Kūhiō Highway at Hanalei Hill is blocking access to crews hoping to do power outage repairs in the North Shore community. A handful of outages have been reported island-wide.
State Identifies 60 New COVID Cases Thursday
The state’s two-week average is 51 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1.2%.
