Kauai News
Kawakami Signs Proclamation Extending Disaster Relief Period
The Mayor’s seventh supplementary emergency proclamation authorizes the County of Kaua‘i to take immediate action to mitigate the potential impacts of COVID-19.
UH Scientists Excited to Search for Ancient Life on Mars After Successful Rover Landing
With the successful landing of the rover, Perseverance, on Mars, University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa scientists will now start their search for signs of ancient life.
Flood Advisory Issued for Garden Island
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a flood advisory for the island of Kaua‘i until 11 a.m.
COVID Cases Jump to 67 Thursday
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 43 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 0.9%.
Water Service Shutdown Scheduled in Kīlauea
The Department of Water (DOW) announces a water service shutdown on Anini Road in Kīlauea scheduled for Feb. 25 from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., weather permitting.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Late Tonight
A flash flood watch is in effect for Ni‘ihau and Kaua‘i through late tonight.
Have You Seen Him?
The Kauaʿi Police Department is seeking the public’s help in identifying the man seen in the following photos.
Update: Portion of Kūhiō Highway Reopens for Travel
Kūhiō Highway in the vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge is now open to one lane of alternating traffic.
Another Male Visitor Diagnosed With COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Wednesday, Feb. 17.
Update: Flash Flood Warning Canceled, Portion of Kūhiō Highway Remains Closed
A flash flood warning is canceled, however a flash flood watch remains in effect until 6 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 18.
Flash Flooding Closes Portion of Kūhiō Highway
The National Weather Service has extended a Flash Flood Warning for the island of Kaua‘i through 8:15 a.m.
Public Invited to Provide Input on Black Pot Beach Park Master Plan
Public input is sought on the draft master plan for Black Pot Beach Park, which will be available online at noon on Feb. 17.
Vaccine Passport Program Won’t Discriminate
The vaccine passport will be used for more than travel, where it will exempt anyone arriving in the islands from all quarantine and testing requirements. It will also likely apply to sizable public gatherings.
Vaccines Delayed by Winter Weather to Arrive This Week
Hawai‘i is currently in a portion of the vaccination cycle during which many kūpuna are set to receive their second shots.
State Reports 17 New COVID Cases Tuesday
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is 50 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 1%.
Male Visitor Diagnosed With COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Feb. 16.
‘Day at the Capitol’ Recognizes the Developmentally Disabled
Hawai‘i’s annual day of recognition highlighting those citizens with developmental disabilities is going virtual this year.
Flash Flood Watch in Effect Through Thursday Afternoon
A flash flood watch has been issued starting at 6 p.m.
