11-01-26 (Nov. 1, County of Kauaʻi, Update, Kūhiō Highway near the Hanalei Bridge open)

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

News Release

For Immediate Release: November 1, 2026

Nov. 1, County of Kauaʻi, Update
Kūhiō Highway near the Hanalei Bridge open

LĪHUʻE – County of Kauaʻi officials are urging the public to continue to be vigilant due to severe weather conditions.

This is the final news release for this incident pending significant updates. 

Weather

The National Weather Service allowed the Flash Flood Warning for Kauaʻi to expire at 11:45 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31.

Rivers and streams may remain high. Do not cross fast-flowing or rising water in your vehicle or on foot.

Road Closures (NEW UPDATE)

Kūhiō Highway near the Hanalei Bridge is open to alternating traffic only. Please expect delays and drive with caution in the area.

Ponding may remain on roads throughout the island. If you must drive, please do so with extreme caution.

Refuge Areas (NEW UPDATE)

A community-led refuge area at Hale Halawai is expected to close shortly with the reopening of the highway.

Important Contacts and Resources

For updates on road conditions and closures, please call 808-241-1725. Please do not call Kauaʻi police 911 unless you have an emergency.

For weather updates, call the National Weather Service automated weather line at 808-245-6001, or visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hfo.

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