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DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
REIKO MATSUYAMA, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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News Release
For Immediate Release: January 24, 2026
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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT
MICHAEL GIBSON - CHIEF
(808) 241-4980
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Officials advise no swimming, ocean activities at Keālia Beach due to
shark sighting
KAPA‘A – Kaua‘i Ocean Safety Bureau officials are advising no swimming or other ocean activities at Keālia Beach due to a shark sighting.
OSB officials report that a 12-foot tiger shark was sighted at Keālia Beach today, January 24, at approximately 3:20 p.m. No injuries were reported.
As a safety precaution, OSB officials have posted warning signs and will continue to monitor the area.
Lifeguards will reassess the area later this evening. If there are no other sightings, the beach will reopen to ocean activities on Sunday, January 25. Updates will be provided if more information becomes available.
For up-to-date information about Kaua‘i ocean conditions and ocean safety, please speak to a county lifeguard at any lifeguard station or call the Ocean Safety Bureau at 808-241-4984.
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