Kaua‘i News
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.
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.
