KALALAU — The Kalalau Trail on North Shore reopened to visitors after being closed for weeks due to a norovirus outbreak.
KALALAU — The Kalalau Trail on North Shore reopened to visitors after being closed for weeks due to a norovirus outbreak.
The Department of Land and Natural Resources, said that the Kalalau trail section of the Napali Coast State Wilderness Park would fully reopen on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
The total number of norovirus cases reported to date is approximately 50 and has remained stable. Visitors to the reopened park are advised to take precautions not limited to bringing biodegradable soap, and treating the water before drinking. Visitors are reminded to avoid visiting the park if feeling unwell.
Although it is not possible to ensure the complete eradication of the virus from the park and its facilities, substantial preventative measures have been taken during the closure.
During the temporary closure the Hawaii Department of Health (DOH) and the Department of Land and Natural Resources Division of State Parks initiated a thorough disinfection and cleaning, and removed and airlifted barrels of effluent for treatment and disposal from the Hanakapiai, Hanakoa and Kalalau composting comfort stations.
Visitors are urged to notify DOH if they develop symptoms of vomiting or diarrhea during or within 72 hours of a visit to the park.
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The last statement regarding not hiking when you are sick is the point. Someone brought that virus into the valley. Donʻt blame the park facilities. It is a wilderness, after all. After going through a pandemic, hasnʻt anyone learned anything about sanitation yet?