Coronavirus Updates
Public Safety Releases Latest Testing Results
The latest testing updates received for correctional facilities were issued in a press release Tuesday, Jan. 4.
Kaua‘i Health Office announces 117 New COVID Cases Tuesday
The state Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 117 new COVID cases Tuesday.
Surge Continues with 1,592 New Cases on Tuesday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 1,592 new COVID-19 cases Tuesday, bringing the statewide total to 123,456. No new fatalities were reported.
Extra $25 Booster Shot Incentive Offered to Fully Vaccinated Inmates
PSD stated in a press release Monday, Jan. 3 that it is now offering an additional $25 incentive for all fully vaccinated inmates who choose to receive the booster shot.
Mayor: COVID Spike Expected to Rise
Kaua‘i’s COVID-19 case numbers are expected to get even worse, officials cautioned during a Monday informational briefing.
County Officials Report 104 New Cases, 1 COVID Fatality
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported a fatality and announced 104 new cases of COVID-19 on Monday, Jan. 3.
State Reports 3,044 New Cases of COVID-19
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 3,044 new COVID-19 cases Monday, bringing the statewide total to 121,864. No new fatalities were reported.
Ige Allows Virtual Public Meetings to Continue as COVID Cases Rise
Gov. David Ige last week signed an emergency proclamation temporarily suspending an upcoming provision in the state’s Sunshine Law that would have mandated public meetings accommodate for at least one in-person location.
State Reports 3,178 New Cases of COVID on Sunday
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 3,178 new COVID-19 cases Sunday, bringing the statewide total to 118,820. No new fatalities were reported.
2,710 New Cases, 4 Deaths Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 2,710 new COVID-19 cases Saturday, bringing the statewide total to 115,6422. Four new fatalities were reported.
Schools Set to Return to In-Person Learning After Holiday Break Amid COVID Surge
Public schools are set to return to full in-person instruction during the second semester that begins next week, officials confirmed.
154 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 154 new cases of COVID-19 on Friday, Dec. 31.
DOH Reports 3,290 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 3,290 new COVID-19 cases Friday, bringing the statewide total to 112,932.
142 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Kauaʻi
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 142 new cases of COVID-19 on Thursday, Dec. 30.
3,484 New Cases Reported Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 3,484 new COVID-19 cases Thursday, bringing the statewide total to 109,642. No new fatalities were reported.
DOH Revises State’s Isolation, Quarantine Policy for COVID-19
The Hawai‘i Department of Health, or DOH, is revising the state’s COVID-19 isolation and quarantine policies to closely align with recommendations made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
New COVID-Related Fatality Reported on Kaua‘i
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office reported a fatality and 65 new cases of COVID-19 on Wednesday, Dec. 29.
DOH Reports 1,561 New COVID Cases Statewide
The Hawaiʻi Department of Health reported 1,561 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday, bringing the statewide total to 106,158.
Kaua‘i District Health Office: No More Isolation Letters, Emails Now
The Kaua‘i District Health Office will no longer issue formal release letters to individuals who have been subjected to DOH-directed isolation or quarantine. The office will continue to provide instructions by email.
120 New COVID Cases Confirmed on Garden Isle
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health Kaua‘i District Health Office announced 120 new cases of COVID-19 on Tuesday, Dec. 28.
