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THE COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
DEREK S. K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: November 25, 2020
KAUA‘I EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
ELTON USHIO, ADMINISTRATOR
Tel (808) 241-1800
Fax (808) 241-1860
9:50 A.M., Nov. 25, Update: Kūhiō Highway closed near Hanalei Bridge as
Flash Flood Warning remains in effect; ARC shelter at Hanalei Elementary
School to open at 10 a.m.
Kūhiō Highway in the vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge is closed until further notice as a
Flash Flood Warning for the island of Kaua‘i remains in effect.
Ponding, low visibility and other hazardous driving conditions are expected. If you must
drive, please do so with extreme caution.
The Department of Education has announced that Hanalei Elementary School is closed
to students today.
The American Red Cross will open a shelter at Hanalei Elementary School at 10 a.m.
Those seeking shelter should wear face coverings and observe physical distancing measures.
For updates on road conditions and closures, please call 241-1725. Please do not call
Kaua‘i police 911 unless you have an emergency.
A Flash Flood Warning means flash flooding is imminent or occurring in streams, roads
and low-lying areas. Do not cross fast-flowing or rising water in your vehicle or on foot. The
warning may be extended, dropped or modified as conditions develop.
For weather updates call the National Weather Service automated weather line at 245-
6001, or visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hfo.
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