The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Kauai, due to heavy rains occurring over the island.
The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Kauai, due to heavy rains.
The Hanalei Bridge was closed as of about 12:40 p.m. due to rising waters.
Kuhio Highway at Wainiha Bridge, mile marker 6.6, was closed due to flooding about 1:20 p.m.. Convoys to Wainiha and Haena have been halted until further notice.
Also due to flash flooding conditions, Kuhio Highway between Waikoko and Wainiha was closed at mile marker 5.3 about 12:30 p.m.
Officials are monitoring the highway and will provide updated information as it becomes available.
The state Department of Education announced that Hanalei Elementary School has closed.
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.
Please stay tuned to local media for updates on road closures.
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 Kauai police 911 unless you have an emergency.
