Kauai News
New study highlights historical ocean oxygen loss, future possibilities for Fisheries
A University of Hawaiʻi study on ancient deep-sea sediments revealed past oxygen loss in Earth’s oceans, raising concerns for Pacific Island fisheries, but it also suggests that oxygen loss may not be permanent if ocean currents reconfigure with future warming.
State launches new webpage to prevent sleep-related deaths of infants
The Hawai’i Department of Health has introduced the Safe Sleep Hawai‘i webpage to provide information and resources for parents and caregivers, emphasizing the importance of safe sleep practices for infants.
Princeville Public Library to temporarily close for major renovation project
The last day for full library services and to pick up requests will be Saturday.
Lane closures scheduled for portions of Kapa‘a, Kīlauea Oct 23. to Oct. 27
One lane will remain open to accommodate alternating traffic in both directions.
Brown Water Advisory issued for North Shore of Kaua‘i
The public is advised to stay out of coastal waters that appear brown due to possible runoff containing pesticides and other chemicals, animal fecal matter, dead animals, pathogens and debris that might be in the water.
Kaua‘i Police Department seeks the public’s help in identifying unidentified body
According to a preliminary report, KPD personnel responded to a call of a possible body floating in waters off the Lihi Boat Ramp in Kapa‘a. Kaua‘i Fire Department personnel with the Kapa‘a fire station arrived to retrieve the body from the water. The body was later transported to Wilcox Medical Center.
State energy office, KIUC receive federal support for innovative technology development projects
Both projects leverage existing power generation equipment with new technology to expand dispatchable renewable energy and support reliable island grid operation among other benefits. Together these solutions will enable KIUC to achieve its goal of 100% renewable energy within the next 10 years.
Hawai‘i enters wet season drier than usual; El Niño conditions persist
This morning, Kevin Kodama, senior service hydrologist at the National Weather Service’s Honolulu Forecast Office, hosted a press conference discussing the outlook for this year’s wet season. He said El Niño conditions have been present since the spring and intensified during the summer.
Kaua‘i water department joins national efforts for ‘Imagine a Day Without Water’ campaign
This year, the Department of Water will host a special booth at the Grove Farm Market on Oct. 21 beginning at 9:30 a.m. to distribute collapsible water storage jugs, along with other conservation tools and prizes while supplies last, to promote the value of water. A week-long Facebook campaign via www.facebook.com/KauaiDOW is being posted from Oct. 16 to 21 and will feature daily Imagine a Day Without Water-themed posts. Water users can follow the national conversation via social media at #ValueWater and #ImagineADayWithoutWater.
Impact of Lāhainā Fire on nearshore water quality, reef health under investigation by UH researchers
The goal of the research is to determine if any contaminants from the devastating and deadly Lāhainā Fire will alter the ecosystem and affect its resilience in the future.
Lydgate Campground to close for cleanup and grounds maintenance
This closure is necessary to allow the Department of Parks and Recreation staff to thoroughly clean and perform much-needed grounds maintenance of the Lydgate Campground facilities that normally cannot be done due to individuals and vehicles in the area.
Hawaiian Volcano Observatory community mourns loss of noted geophysicist, former scientist-in-charge Jim Kauahikaua
Known for his iconic beard and ponytail and affectionately called Dr. Jim by many, Kauahikaua joined the Big Island volcano observatory’s staff in 1988. He became scientist-in-charge, the first Native Hawaiian to serve in the position, in 2004 and served 10 years in the post until he stepped down in March 2015 and rotated back to his former position.
Update: High bacteria count notification at Po‘ipū Beach Pavilion on Kaua‘i canceled
The Department of Health is uncertain about the representativeness of the first sample. This beach has historically met the acceptable beach threshold level, and there is no known source of fecal contamination.
High Bacteria Count Notification at Kalapaki Beach Park on Kaua‘i
The Department of Health is uncertain about the representativeness of the first sample. This beach has historically met the acceptable beach threshold level, and there is no known source of fecal contamination.
Kaua‘i Humane Society offering specials throughout October
Kaua’i Humane Society partners with BISSEL Pet Foundation to host a “Empty The Shelters” event, to help find pets a home and resolve the overcrowding crisis of shelters nationwide. All pets are only $25 to adopt through Oct. 15 and all senior pets (7+) are free to adopt.
Dr. Kenneth Luke appointed as administrator of Hawai‘i State Hospital
The Hawai‘i Department of Health selected Dr. Kenneth Luke as the new administrator of the Hawai‘i State Hospital in Kaneohe on Oʻahu.
State, feds one step closer to protecting native forest birds on Kauaʻi from mosquito-borne diseases
An environmental assessment was finalized, with a finding of no significant impact by at the state and federal levels.
Kaua‘i firefighters extinguish 3 fires on eastside Sunday
According to a preliminary report, KFD personnel arrived on the scene and discovered that a bystander had put out the fire. Evidence of a fire was located near a comfort station on a cement slab.
Update: High surf advisory canceled for Kaua‘i County
The high surf advisory is expected last till 6 a.m. Thursday.
Brown Water Advisory issue at Hanapepe Salt Pond
The public is advised to stay out of flood waters and storm water runoff due to possible overflowing cesspools, sewer, manholes, pesticides, animal fecal matter, dead animals, pathogens, chemicals, and associated flood debris.
