NR 06-24-26 (June 24, 3:15 p.m., County of Kaua‘i, Līhuʻe vehicle fire)

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DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
REIKO MATSUYAMA, MANAGING DIRECTOR

News Release

For Immediate Release: June 24, 2026

June 24, 3:15 p.m., County of Kaua‘i, Līhuʻe vehicle fire

The Kaua‘i Fire Department is responding to a reported multiple vehicle fire in Līhuʻe near the intersection of Kanakolu Street and Ehiku Street. 

The Kaua‘i Fire Department advises the public to immediately cease all recreational drone activity in the area due to safety concerns with Air 1. 

There are no threats to nearby structures and no reports of injuries. Crews patrolling ahead of brush and vegetation in area

The fire was reported Wednesday, June 24, at 2:15 p.m.

Response

According to a preliminary report, crews have the fire under control despite active flames. Firefighters will remain on scene to continue suppression efforts.

Assets 

Personnel with the Līhuʻe fire station, Kalāheo  fire station, Air 1, Airport Rescue and Fire Fighters, and the Kaua'i Police Department are responding to this incident.

The Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency is also monitoring the incident.

Road closures

Residents and visitors are advised to avoid the area as crews continue to work to extinguish the fire.

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