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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
5:15 P.M., Nov. 25, Update: Flash Flood Warning expires, Kūhiō Highway
remains closed at Hanalei Bridge
The National Weather Service reports that the Flash Flood Warning for Kaua‘i has
expired as of 4:45 p.m., Wednesday. Kūhiō Highway in the vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge
currently remains closed due to flooding.
A significant amount of water currently remains on the road, therefore motorists are
advised that the highway could remain closed for an extended period of time. Officials will
continue to monitor the water level and updates will be shared when more information is
available.
The American Red Cross shelter at Hanalei Elementary School remains open. Those
seeking shelter should wear face coverings and observe physical distancing measures. Red
Cross officials report no individuals have sought shelter as of 5 p.m., Wednesday.
For updates on road conditions and closures, please call 241-1725. Please do not call
Kaua‘i police 911 unless you have an emergency.
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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