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NR 09-19-24 (12:20 a.m., Sept. 19, Wainiha brush fire update)

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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: September 19, 2024






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COUNTY OF KAUA‘I

KAUA‘I FIRE DEPARTMENT

MICHAEL GIBSON - CHIEF

(808) 241-4980



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12:20 a.m., Sept. 19, Wainiha brush fire update

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WAINIHA – Kaua‘i Fire Department personnel continue to monitor two brush fires on a ridge above Wainiha Powerhouse Road.

*Response*

The fires are currently inaccessible to fire personnel due to the terrain. However, private landowners are enroute and will attempt to gain access to the fires. Fire crews are in the area to keep watch overnight, and crews have set up a command post at Camp Naue. Fire personnel are also patrolling Wainiha Powerhouse Road.

*Advisories/traffic notices*

Officials are receiving reports of smoke entering homes in the area. However, there are no road closures or fire threats to homes at this time. 

*Resources*

Personnel with the Hanalei Fire Station, Rescue 3, Tanker 1, the on-duty Battalion Chief, private landowners, and the Kaua‘i Police Department are responding to the incident.

Emergency personnel with the Kaua‘i Emergency Management Agency are also on standby if additional support is needed.

According to a preliminary report, the fire was reported at approximately 8:35 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 18.

Updates will be given when more information becomes available. 

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