HomeMy WebLinkAboutDOWNR110617EmergencywatershutdownandpartialroadclosureonLalaRoadinLihueContact: Jonell S.T. Kaohelaulii
Information Specialist
Phone: (808) 245-5461
Fax: (808) 246-8628
Email: jkaohelaulii@kauaiwater.org
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News Release
For Immediate Release: November 6, 2017
Emergency water shutdown and partial road closure on Lala Road in Lihue
LIHUE – The Department of Water (DOW) announced an emergency water shutdown for customers located
on Lala Road in Lihue at approximately 11 a.m., today, Nov. 6, in order for DOW crews to begin repairs to a
recently damaged water main.
“As Kauai Island Utility Cooperative (KIUC) crews were installing a new pole on Lala Road this morning,
they inadvertently damaged the water line,” said Beth Tokioka, KIUC’s communications manager. “KIUC
is investigating the incident and apologies for any inconvenience caused to Kauai High School and water
customers on Lala Road.”
The water shutdown notice and repairs will continue until approximately, 5 p.m., today. Additionally, a
partial one-lane road closure on the Makai-side of Lala Road will be in place and the entrance to Lala Road
from Nawiliwili Road will be closed to all traffic. Motorists may access and exit Lala Road from Rice Street
until repairs are completed.
The Department of Water would like to thank our customers, visitors and the faculty, students and
parents of Kauai High School for their patience and cooperation during the emergency repairs.
For more information please call the Department of Water at 245-5461.
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