KIUC Urges Members to Prepare During Fire Weather Watch

The National Weather Service has issued a Fire Weather Watch for leeward areas of Kauai beginning at 10:00 a.m. on Friday, October 24 and extending through 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, October 25. A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditions are forecast to occur. 

KIUC asks all members to heed these fire prevention tips provided by the Kauai Fire Department:

• Refrain from ALL outdoor burning, including cooking;
• Avoid the use of mechanized equipment outdoors, including the use of yardwork equipment;
• Do not drive your vehicle in dry, tall grass. The underside of your vehicle is hot and can easily ignite grasses from your exhaust muffler;
• Ensure trailer chains do not drag on the ground;
• Be aware of wind direction and gusts that could spread fire rapidly;
• Have an escape route to a clear area safe from rapid-fire spread; and
• Report any possible fires – including signs of smoke or flames – by calling Kaua‘i Police Department Dispatch at 808-241-1711.

KIUC will be closely monitoring weather conditions throughout the Fire Weather Watch period for impacts to its electric infrastructure. Actions will be taken as necessary to protect life and property. You are encouraged to follow KIUC’s Facebook page for the most up-to-date information on outages, and any actions you should take based on current conditions.

Members in areas covered under the watch should be prepared for potential pre-emptive and/or extended power outages. Outages can occur without warning. Planning for backup power is essential for individuals with special medical needs who are dependent on electricity. Restoration efforts may not be conducted in affected areas until the Fire Weather Watch is lifted. Mahalo for your diligence and cooperation.

KIUC will provide updates on this situation on its Facebook page. If you don't have a Facebook account, the Facebook feed can be viewed on the homepage of KIUC's website.