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DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
REIKO MATSUYAMA, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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News Release
For Immediate Release: October 3, 2025
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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT
MICHAEL GIBSON - CHIEF
(808) 241-4980
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Oct. 3, 2:55 P.M. UPDATE, County of Kaua‘i, Pakala brush fire
Kaua‘i Fire Department firefighters are responding to a brush fire in Pakala. The fire was reported at 2:15 p.m., and the size of the blaze is unknown at this time.
No injuries or damaged structures have been reported at this time.
Response
According to a preliminary report, crews are currently working to extinguish the brush fire.
Assets
Crews with the Hanapēpē, Kalaheo, and Waimea fire stations, Rescue 3, Tender 3, Air 1, and the on-duty Battalion Chief are responding to this incident. Heavy equipment on site are cutting a fire break. Crews with the Department of Public Works are on standby.
The Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency is monitoring the incident.
Road closures
Both lanes of Kaumualii Highway near mile markers 21 and 22 are closed at this time due to a compromised utility pole.
Updates will be posted when more information becomes available.
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Media Contact:
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