The Latest Breaking News from Kauai

Priscilla Chan gives $1.48M to Hawaii hospital for MRI, 3D mammography machine

Dr. Priscilla Chan and her husband, Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg, have donated $1.48 million to Wilcox Medical Center in Līhuʻe, Hawaii, to expand advanced imaging services for patients on Kauaʻi. The donation will fund a mobile MRI unit and a new 3D mammography machine, as well as renovations needed to…

The Times of India · 13h ago

Hurricane-ravaged island asks tourists to return with aloha and patience

Small business owners worry too long a pause in tourism will inflict economic havoc, forcing more layoffs and financial gaps too large to recover from

The Independent UK · Sep 18

Tourists told to skip Hawaii’s most picturesque island after Hurricane Lowell

Kauai sees only a small fraction of Hawaii’s almost 10 million visitors each year

The Independent UK · Sep 11

Hawaii on alert as powerful Hurricane Lowell approaches with 120 mph winds, dangerous flooding and possible mudslides; residents told to prepare

Hurricane Lowell is approaching Hawaii, bringing heavy rain and potential flooding to the islands. Authorities have issued warnings and urged residents to prepare for disruptive weather conditions. Meanwhile, Hurricane Marie is generating dangerous surf along Mexico and California coasts. Large swells from Marie are expected to continue for several days.…

The Economic Times · Sep 7

Hurricane Lowell: Hawaii residents issued warning as Category 3 storm could cause floods and mudslides

The Miami-based center issued the warning for Kauai and Niihau as Lowell was forecast to pass the islands to the west late Monday and Tuesday while traveling north

The Independent UK · Sep 6

In 1961, Hawaii introduced black-tailed deer to Kauai for sport hunting; a later survey found them across about half of sampled locations

In 1961, Columbian black-tailed deer were introduced to Kauai primarily for sport hunting. Over the years, these non-native deer have proliferated significantly on the island’s western region. Their growing population poses challenges to local wildlife and conservation initiatives. Additionally, economic assessments highlight considerable yearly losses for livestock farmers due to…

The Economic Times · Aug 21

Three killed, two injured in helicopter crash on Hawaiian island of Kauai

The helicopter was carrying one pilot and four passengers when it crashed on a remote beach

The Independent UK · Mar 27

Chuck Norris Dead At 86: Martial Arts Icon Faced Unexpected Crisis Just Days After Birthday

Chuck Norris has reportedly been rushed to hospital on the Hawaiian island of Kauai after an undisclosed medical emergency, days after marking his 86th birthday with a punchy sparring video.

International Business Times UK · Mar 20

1 dead, 2 missing after tourist helicopter crashes off Hawaiian island of Kauai

Two people are missing and another is dead after a tour company helicopter crashed off the Hawaiian island of Kauai

The Independent UK · Jul 12, 2024

Heavy Rain Causes Flooding On Hawaiian Island Of Kauai

Heavy rain on Kauai led to rescues, school closures, and road issues, with continued flooding threats.

Top News · Apr 13, 2024