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DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
REIKO MATSUYAMA, MANAGING DIRECTOR
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News Release
For Immediate Release: March 7, 2026
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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT
MICHAEL GIBSON - CHIEF
(808) 241-4980
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March 7, 9:40 p.m., County of Kaua‘i, Waimea brush fire
The Kaua‘i Fire Department is responding to a brush fire in Waimea near mile marker 2 of Waimea Canyon Drive.
According to a preliminary report, the fire was reported shortly before 9 p.m. The size of the fire is estimated to be 200 feet by 300 feet.
There are no threats to nearby structures and no reports of injuries.
Assets
Personnel with the Waimea and Hanapēpē fire stations, Rescue 3, Tanker 3, Tanker 5, the on-duty Battalion Chief, and the Kaua‘i Police Department are responding.
The Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency is also monitoring the incident.
Road closures
Waimea Drive has been closed until further notice.
Updates will be provided when more information becomes available.
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