WAILUA – The public is advised of a wastewater spill that occurred around 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 1, on Kuhio Highway, near the northern Leho Drive intersection.
WAILUA – The public is advised of a wastewater spill that occurred around 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Nov. 1, on Kuhio Highway, near the northern Leho Drive intersection.
The spill occurred due to a blockage in the sewer line and resulted in the overflow of approximately 1,000 gallons of wastewater.
The Wastewater Management Division is currently working on addressing the blockage and will continue to monitor the area until the blockage is cleared.
While work is being done, the outer northbound lane of Kuhio Highway at the north-junction of Leho Drive will be closed until further notice.
Motorists should drive with caution, expect delays and adjust their travel times as needed.
Officials are asking the public to avoid this area if possible. Updates will be given as new information is available.
Anyone with questions can contact Donn Kakuda with the Department of Public Works at 241-4084 or via email at dkakuda@kauai.gov.
