July 30, 2025: 9:00 AM HST
The Tsunami Advisory for the County of Kauai has been cancelled by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center at 9:00 a.m., July 30th, 2025.
An all clear was issued last night, July 29th, at 11:15 p.m. for coastal evacuation zones. County officials advise that small sea level changes and strong or unusual currents may persist for several additional hours in some coastal areas. Continue to exercise caution in coastal areas including beaches, docks, piers, harbor areas or rivers, and streams subject to tidal surges.
Below is the final status of this event as of 9:00 a.m., July 30th.
- Wave heights were less than initially feared, ranging from about 1-3 feet. No consequential waves hit Kauai and no major damage was reported.
- Road Closures: All road closures are lifted and the County is in the process of reopening all roadways.
- Shelters: The County of Kauai will maintain shelter operations at the Kauai Veterans Center for displaced visitors only. Operations will conclude sometime today. Across all tsunami refuge areas, more than 1,800 individuals sought shelter. Approximately 150 visitors remained overnight at the Kauai Veterans Center.
July 29, 2025: 5:00 PM HST
The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center (PTWC) has issued a Tsunami Warning for the entire State of Hawaii, including Kauai, following a massive magnitude 8.7–8.8 earthquake off Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula on Tuesday, July 29th, 2025.
Under a Tsunami Warning, the threat of dangerous coastal flooding and powerful currents is real. Residents and visitors in coastal areas or tsunami inundation zones must immediately move inland or to high ground. See map! Those who live outside evacuation zones are urged to stay put, to help prevent gridlock and allow first responders to move freely.
The estimated first wave is expected to arrive at approximately 7:10 p.m. Officials are advising the public to complete their evacuations well before the first wave, preferably by 5:00 p.m. The Department of Parks and Recreation is advising all members of the public to evacuate County campgrounds and beach parks. Additionally, all County services are closed beginning immediately. Do not call 911 unless you have an emergency. For updates, listen to local radio or call (808) 241-1800.
The Kauai Police Department has shut down traffic going westbound across the Hanalei Bridge. Eastbound traffic is open for evacuation.
Refuge areas have opened.
List of refuge areas open and accepting those evacuating:
- Kapa’a High School
- Kapa’a Middle School
- Ele’ele Elementary School
- Kōloa Library
- Kaua’i Community College
- Kalāheo Neighborhood Center
- Kīlauea Elementary School
The refuge areas will have parking and restroom facilities available. If you are bringing a pet, please bring a kennel, food, and water for the animal.
This is a developing situation…
SOURCE: County of Kauai
