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County of Kaua'i, State of Hawaii

*DEREK S.K. KAWAKAMI, *MAYOR
**REIKO MATSUYAMA**, MANAGING DIRECTOR






*News Release*

For Immediate Release: May 7, 2025






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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I

KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT

MICHAEL GIBSON - CHIEF

(808) 241-4980



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May 7, 7:20 a.m., County of Kaua‘i, Kōke‘e brush fire

Kaua‘i Fire Department firefighters are responding to a brush fire in Kōke‘e near the junction of Kōke‘e Road and Waimea Canyon Drive. 

There are no threats to structures nor any injuries have been reported.  

According to a preliminary report, the fire was reported shortly before 6 a.m. on Wednesday. As of 7 a.m., the estimated size of the fire was 2 acres. However, according to fire personnel, the blaze was growing.

*_Assets_*

Crews with the Hanapepe and Waimea fire stations, Tender 1, the Kaua‘i Police Department, and the on-duty Battalion Chief are responding to the incident.

The Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency are also monitoring the incident.

*_Road closures_*

At this time, Waimea Canyon Drive, from Panini Place to Kōke‘e Road, is closed. The public is strongly advised to avoid the area as crews remain on scene.

Updates will be posted when more information becomes available.

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