Kaua‘i News
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%.
Hawai´i Cancels State Furloughs
Gov. David Ige announced early Thursday afternoon that furloughs and layoffs are no longer necessary after President Joe Biden signed a $1.9 trillion coronavirus aid package, officially dubbed the American Rescue Plan.
State Senate Measure Would Create Highest Income Tax Level in US
The Hawaiʻi State Senate passed Senate Bill 56 on March 9, which aims to address a multi-billion dollar shortfall in state revenue through a number of different tax and rate increases.
Road Closures Continue on Kūhiō Highway as Crews Assess Slope After Landslide
The Hawai‘i Department of Transportation (HDOT) will maintain closures on Kūhiō Highway on the north shore of Kaua‘i until crews can safely assess and stabilize the slopes.
Large Landslide Near Hanalei Bridge Isolates North Shore Community
Multiple agencies are responding to impacts caused by this week’s severe weather, following state and county emergency disaster declarations.
Hanalei Post Office Closed Due to Weather-Related Road Closures
The Hanalei Post Office, located at 5-5226 Kūhiō Highway on the north shore of Kaua‘i, is temporarily closed due to weather-related road closures.
Search Warrant Executed on Līhuʿe Home Yields Drugs, 2 Arrests
A search warrant executed on a Līhuʿe home yielded two arrests after the discovery of heroin, methamphetamine and $7,000 in cash.
Flash Flood Advisory in Effect, Highway by Hanalei Bridge Remains Closed
While a flash flood warning has expired, a flash flood advisory remains in effect for Kauai until 9:30 a.m.
Highway on Princeville-side of the Hanalei Bridge Remains Closed
Both lanes of Kūhiō Highway, on the Princeville-side of the Hanalei Bridge, remain closed due to a rockslide.
