Kaua‘i News
Kaua‘i Sees 251 New Cases on Saturday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 251 new cases of COVID-19 on Saturday, Jan. 8.
Lane closures for Ōma‘o Road Scheduled Jan. 10-14
Road repaving work is scheduled from Jan. 10-14, along portions of Ōma‘o Road near the Kaumuali‘i Highway intersection, The Department of Public Works and its contractor Maui Kupuno Builders stated.
Cruise Ships Returning Amid Surge, But Officials Say They’re Ready
Cruise ships are scheduled to return to the Garden Isle, bringing with them thousands of passengers.
Experts are on alert, but not overly concerned, they said, as Wilcox Medical Center has the plans, resources and experience to handle the volume of new cases, even should they rise.
4,204 New COVID Cases Reported Saturday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 4,204 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 138,646. One new fatality was reported.
Weekly Road Closures: Jan. 8-14
The County of Kauai issued its weekly road closures for the week of Jan. 8-15 Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.
High Surf Advisory, Warning Issued for Kaua‘i and Ni‘ihau
High surf conditions are expected for Kaua’i and Ni’ihau starting tonight.
Kauaʿi Police Mourn Death of Off-Duty Officer Who Had COVID
The Kauaʿi Police Department is mourning following the death of one of its own who had COVID-19.
Kaua‘i District Health Office Announces Fatality, 288 New COVID Cases Friday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office on Friday announced a fatality and 288 new cases of COVID-19.
Ige Issues Disaster Declaration for Kauaʻi Landslide
The state will be able to help with relief efforts for families impacted by the Jan. 4 landslide in Waimea following a decision by Gov. David Ige on Friday.
Lane Closures Scheduled to Allow Work on ʻEleʻele Pedestrian Overpass
A two-lane closure is scheduled on Kaumualiʻi Highway (Route 50) at its intersection with ʻEleʻele Road and Waialo Road on Monday, Jan. 10, as part of the ʻEleʻele Pedestrian Overpass Project.
3,586 New Cases, 3 Deaths Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 3,586 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 134,442. Three new fatalities were reported.
Lane Closures for Mailihuna Road Scheduled Jan. 10-14
A portion of Mailihuna Road will be closed from Jan. 10-14, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for sidewalk construction and roadway excavation, the Department of Public Works and Grace Pacific LLC., announced.
Menehune Road Remains Closed; Rockfall Mitigation Work to Begin Friday
Menehune Road near the Waimea Swinging Bridge remains closed due to a rockfall that occurred on Jan. 3. Rockfall mitigation assessment above the road began today, Jan. 6., with work to start Friday, Jan. 7, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily.
DOW Conducting Water Flushing in Hanamā’ulu
The Department of Water (DOW) is currently conducting flushing protocols in the Hanamā’ulu area. Some customers may experience discolored water at the tap; this is normal and will clear after flushing is completed.
Two Kauaʻi Organizations Awarded Funds to Help Preserve Natural Resources
Two Kauaʻi groups were recently awarded funding in support of programs they are working on to help preserve the island’s natural resources.
Hawai‘i Army National Guard Units Notified About Upcoming Deployments
About 100 Soldiers from two units of the Hawai‘i Army National Guard have been notified by the Department of Defense about an upcoming deployment to the Middle East, state officials announced Thursday afternoon.
2 People Rescued From Disabled Watercraft off Maui
The U.S. Coast Guard and Maui County Fire Department on Thursday rescued two mariners aboard a disabled watercraft off Pe‘ahi, on the north shore of Maui.
Concrete Pour Scheduled for New DHHL Anahola Water Tank
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands, or DHHL, through its contractor Kiewit Infrastructure West Co., will conduct a concrete pour for its new Anahola Water Tank this weekend.
Kaua‘i Sees 240 New Cases on Thursday
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 240 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, Jan. 6.
4,789 New COVID Cases Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 4,789 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 130,856. Four new fatalities were reported.
