Kaua‘i News
High Surf Advisory Issued Statewide
A high surf advisory is in effect statewide from 6 a.m. Saturday to 6 a.m. Sunday.
Wind Advisory in Effect Till Sunday Morning
The National Weather Service has issued a wind advisory statewide until Sunday morning.
One New Kaua‘i Resident Diagnosed With COVID-19
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported one new case of COVID-19 on Friday, Jan. 22.
Hawai‘i Schools Facing Smaller Budget Cut Than Previously Projected
Federal funds recently allocated to the Department of Education (DOE) will allow for a budget reduction of 2.5% rather than the 10% cut that was initially projected.
Beneficiaries May Now Offer Comment on State Gaming Proposal
DHHL on Thursday opened the public comment period for beneficiaries.
Striping and Pavement Marking Work in Kapa‘a
The Department of Public Works announced that Pacific Preferred Contractors, a subcontractor to Maui Kupono Builders, will conduct striping and pavement marking work for portions of Kapa‘a Jan. 25–29.
Viewer Photo: Humpback Whale Breaches Offshore of Salt Pond Beach Park
Kaua‘i resident Aaron Hamm captured an image of a humpback whale breaching from the Salt Pond Beach Park in Hanapepe.
Three New COVID-related Deaths Thursday
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 119 new cases statewide.
Brown Water Advisories Issued for Various Locations on Garden Island
Brown Water Advisories were issued at various locations on the Garden Island.
Weight Restrictions Instituted on 3 Kapa‘a Bridges
Weight restrictions have been instituted on three bridges in Kapa‘a until further notice.
DOH Reports 75 New COVID-19 Cases Statewide
The Hawai‘i Department of Health reported 75 new cases of coronavirus Wednesday, raising the statewide total to 24,620.
New PPP Loans Available For Small Businesses
Small businesses should consult with their lenders and submit First or Second Draw loan applications if eligible.
Hawai‘i Vaccine Distribution ‘More Efficient’ as Partnerships Increase
As of Tuesday, Hawai‘i was partnered with 45 entities helping to administer first and second doses of both the Pfizer and Moderna vaccines.
Hanalei Bridge Closed in Both Directions
Kūhiō Highway in the vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge is closed until further notice as a Flash Flood Warning for the island of Kaua‘i remains in effect.
Flash Flood Warning Issued for Garden Island
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Kaua‘i, due to heavy rains occurring over the island.
State Reports 65 New COVID Cases Tuesday
Hawai‘i’s two-week average is currently 122 new cases daily, with a test positivity rate of 2.5%.
Flood Advisory in Effect Until 2 p.m.
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Flood Advisory for the island of Kauai in Kauai County until 2 p.m. HST.
High Winds, Waves Expected Around Kaua‘i Waters
The National Weather Service in Honolulu has issued a Special Marine Warning for Kaua‘i Channel as well as leeward, northwest and windward waters until 12:30 p.m. HST.
High Surf Warning Canceled, Advisory in Effect until Wednesday Morning
A high surf warning has been canceled and an advisory was issued until Wednesday morning.
Water Conservation Notice
As a precautionary measure, customers are asked to limit water use to essential uses only.
