HomeMy WebLinkAbout20220102KEMA3.pdfDEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, MAYOR
MICHAEL A. DAHILIG, MANAGING DIRECTOR
News Release
For Immediate Release: January 2, 2022
COUNTY OF KAUA‘I
KAUA‘I EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY
ELTON USHIO, ADMINISTRATOR
(808) 241-1800
7:20 AM UPDATE: Flash Flood Warning extended for Kaua‘i; Kūhiō Highway in the
vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge is closed
The Flash Flood Warning has been extended for the island of Kaua‘i until 10:30 a.m.
Additionally, Kūhiō Highway in the vicinity of the Hanalei Bridge remains closed.
Ponding, low visibility and other hazardous driving conditions are expected. If you must drive,
please do so with extreme caution.
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.
For weather updates call the National Weather Service automated weather line at 245-6001, or
visit the NWS website, www.weather.gov/hfo.
To sign up for Blackboard Connect, the county’s emergency notification service, please go to the
county’s website, www.kauai.gov, or call the Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency at 241-1800.
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