# Kauai Recovery Gains Momentum | Honolulu News

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Podcast: [Honolulu News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/honolulu-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7567443)
Published: 2026-09-18T16:37:10+00:00
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Kauai’s recovery from Hurricane Lowell is gaining serious momentum—key roads are reopening, power’s back for most, and communities are rallying together. The Wainiha River Bridge No. 3, now cleared for 15-ton traffic, is a game-changer for North Shore access. Crews are clearing debris from Moloaa to Hanalei while power crews prioritize areas like Princeville and Kilauea. Water conservation remains active in some zones, with systems running on generators. Residents are stepping up—neighbors clearing roads, community hubs distributing fuel and donations. Officials urge locals to report damage for aid eligibility and ask tourists to avoid Wainiha and Haena as the island heals. Progress is slow but steady, showing Kauai’s grit and determination to rebuild. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Sources: https://www.staradvertiser.com/2026/09/18/hawaii-news/crews-make-progress-on-power-roads-as-kauai-recovery-continues/ More coverage & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0aaa5e4383c4a8a2 Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai.

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