Kaua‘i News

Waha Road Bridge to Close for Construction

Waha Road Bridge will be closed for construction work on Aug. 3.

Voter Service Center Now Open

The Voter Service Center (VSC) opened at 8 a.m. today in Conference Rooms A/B of the County’s Pi‘ikoi Building.

Scheduled Water Shutdown in Ele‘ele tonight

The Department of Water reminds customers in Ele‘ele of a scheduled a water service shutdown starting today at 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Wednesday, weather permitting.

Various County Services to Reopen Tuesday after Passing Hurricane

As Hurricane Douglas passes the Garden Island, a flash flood watch remains in effect until this afternoon.

DOH Reports 28 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide

Hawai‘i Department of Health has identified 28 new COVID-19 cases statewide, all of which were reported on O‘ahu.

DOH Continues to Investigate COVID-19 Clusters Identified in O‘ahu Bars

With COVID-19 clusters identified at two different Honolulu bars, public health authorities are asking those who may have patronized the establishments to come forward and contact their physicians for followup.

Weather Closes Kaua‘i Courthouse

The Kaua‘i courthouse is closed today due to storm conditions.

Hurricane Douglas Moves Away From Kaua‘i

Hurricane Douglas is moving away from the Hawaiian Islands and a hurricane warning is issued for portions of the Papahanaumokukea Marine National Monument. 

Hurricane Warning Canceled for O‘ahu, Moves Toward Kaua‘i as Category 1 Storm

Hurricane Douglas has strengthened slightly as it departs O‘ahu and moves north of Kaua‘i.

Hurricane Warning Expires for Maui County, as Douglas Begins Passing O‘ahu

On the forecast track, Douglas will pass near O‘ahu and Kaua‘i tonight.

Hurricane Douglas Could Cause Water Disruptions

DOW monitors the water quality and potential impacts of water services and may issue water service advisories when necessary.

Douglas Passing Maui, Tropical Storm Warning Canceled on Big Island

As Hurricane Douglas quickly moves through the area over the next 24 hours from east to west, expect damaging winds, heavy rainfall, coastal flooding, and life-threatening surf.

Kaua‘i Braces For Category 1 Hurricane Douglas Impact Overnight

The Counties of Maui, Honolulu, and Kaua‘i are bracing for impact from a storm expected to remain at category 1 strength until it clears the Hawaiian Islands.

DOH Reports 64 New Cases of COVID-19 Sunday

The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 64 new cases of COVID-19 on Sunday, continuing a four-day trend of the state’s highest virus numbers since testing began in late February.

Hurricane Douglas Bears Down on Maui Late Sunday Morning

On the forecast track, Douglas will pass near, or over, the islands from Maui to Kaua‘i today and tonight.

Kaua‘i Reschedules Monday Refuse Collection

Due to Hurricane Douglas, Monday refuse service collection has been postponed.

Coast Guard Sets Port Condition ZULU for Kaua‘i, Honolulu Counties

While port condition ZULU remains in effect, port facilities will be restricted until the storm has passed and crews complete damage assessment surveys.

Kawakami Reinstates Indoor Social Gathering Restrictions

Kaua‘i County Mayor Derek S.K. Kawakami reinstated social gathering restrictions after COVID-19 clusters were identified on the Garden Island.

Hurricane Warning Issued For Maui, Tropical Storm Conditions Imminent on Big Island

Douglas will pass near, or over, the islands from Maui to Kaua‘i today and tonight.

Watches and Warnings Updated As Douglas Approaches Hawaiian Islands

On the forecast track, Douglas will pass dangerously close to the main Hawaiian Islands on Sunday.
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