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Gov. Ige Extends Emergency Disaster Relief Period for Kaua‘i Flooding

The new supplementary emergency proclamation extends the emergency disaster relief period for Kaua‘i until Aug. 7, 2019.

President Approves Assistance for Kaua‘i & O‘ahu

President approves Gov. Ige’s request for disaster declaration for public assistance for severe flooding and landslides on Kauaʻi and Oʻahu.

Water Quality Continues to Improve at Kaua‘i Beaches

The Hawai‘i Department of Health is continuing to test and evaluate the water quality along the island’s coastlines.

PHOTOS: $600,000+ Raised for Kaua‘i Cleanup

The Kaua‘i Relief and Recovery Fund provides grants to local organizations that are bringing immediate relief to communities that have been impacted by flooding.

Sen. Schatz Urges FEMA, SBA to Quickly Approve Aid Requests

Sen. Brian Schatz requested that the federal agencies stand ready to approve any forthcoming requests from the state.

Many Kaua‘i Parks Remain Closed

Numerous state parks on Kaua‘i will remain closed for assessment and repairs.

Scammers Pursue Profit From Kaua‘i Tragedy

Scammers may be looking at ways to benefit from the tragedy on Kaua‘i. Better Business Bureau Northwest + Pacific is urging donors to give thoughtfully.

VIDEO: DLNR Conducts Aerial Assessment of Kaua‘i Flood Damage

A DLNR aerial assessment showed that Kaua‘i’s lands were left less impacted by last weekend’s flooding, while others were more devastated than originally thought.

Gov. Ige Orders Tax Relief for Kaua‘i Residents Affected by Flooding

Gov. David Ige has directed the state Department of Taxation to provide relief for Kaua‘i residents affected by the devastating floods and landslides.

PHOTOS, VIDEO: Hawai‘i DOT Assesses Kaua‘i Flood Damage

HDOT crews from Kaua‘i, O‘ahu and Maui have accessed the areas via helicopter, boat and by hiking in and are assisting with the repairs and recovery.

Stranded Campers Airlifted Out of Remote Kaua‘i State Park

An estimated 25 people elected to be airlifted out of the Kalalau area of the Napali Coast State Wilderness Park on Kaua‘i on Monday, April 16, 2018.

Over 220 Airlifted from Kaua‘i Floods

Multi-agency relief efforts have ceased for tonight and will commence tomorrow morning for residents and visitors stranded in Hā‘ena and Wainiha.

Hawaiian Airlines Extends Change Fee Waiver

Hawaiian Airlines has extended its waiver of reservation change fees for guests holding tickets for travel to and from Līhu‘e through April 18…

Kaua‘i Rep. Nakamura Comments on Flooding

Rep. Nadine K. Nakamura released a statement about the flooding on Kaua‘i.

PHOTOS: Coast Guard Responds to Flooding on Kaua‘i

Coast Guard Cutter Kittiwake traveled to Kaua‘i to assist in response and recovery efforts following a storm dropping more than 27 inches of rain…

PHOTOS: Gov., Kaua‘i Mayor Survey Flood, Landslide Damage 

Gov. David Ige, Kaua‘i Mayor Bernard Carvalho took a helicopter tour of the devastated areas of the North Shore of Kaua‘i Monday morning, April 16, 2018.

Kaua‘i Residents, Visitors Advised to Avoid Flood Water Exposure

All residents and visitors on Kaua‘i are advised to stay out of flood waters and limit exposure.

Red Cross Responds to Kaua‘i Flooding

The Red Cross reported that four homes destroyed homes in Wainiha and there are probably homes damaged in Koloa based on aerial photos.

Sen. Schatz: Feds Must Play Role in Kaua‘i Recovery

U.S. Sen. Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) released a statement in response to severe flooding on O‘ahu and Kaua‘i on April 14 and 15, 2018.

Kaua‘i Mobilizes Search, Rescue, Recovery Efforts in Wake of Floods, Landslides

Gov. David Ige and Kaua‘i Mayor Bernard Carvalho conducted a video teleconference on April 16 from the Kaua‘i Emergency Management’s operations center.
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