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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, 3:45 P.M. UPDATE, County of Kaua‘i, Pakala brush fire
Kaua‘i Fire Department firefighters have extinguished two brush fires in the Pakala area, in the vicinity of Kaumualii Highway mile markers 21 and 22.
The first fire is estimated to be 200 yards by 15 yards; the second fire was a smaller fire approximately 1 mile to the east of the larger.
No injuries or damaged structures have been reported.
The fire was reported shortly after 2:15 p.m.
Response
KFD personnel have extinguished the two brush fires in the vicinity of Kaumualii Highway mile markers 21 and 22.
Assets
KFD personnel is wrapping up and releasing all units shortly.
The Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency is monitoring the incident.
Road closures
Kaumualii Highway has opened to alternating traffic near mile markers 21 and 22. Westbound lane remains closed due to a compromised utility pole.
This will be the final news release on this incident. Monitor the Kaua'i Police Department Facebook for road closure updates.
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