Kauai Island Utility Cooperative

Kauai Island Utility Cooperative Local Electricity Cooperative. Posting current outage information between 8:00 am and 10:00 pm daily.

For general information, questions, or to report outages call (808) 246-4300. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Not-for-profit member-owned cooperative
💡 Lowest electricity rates in HI since May 2022
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09/15/2026

This morning, more than two dozen of our linemen and apprentices arrived on Kauai to join our other employees who arrived last week in providing mutual aid for our neighboring utility, Kauai Island Utility Cooperative (KIUC).

As of Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, around 7,000 KIUC customers are without power following the severe damage from Hurricane Lowell. Our Hawaiian Electric crews will be assisting with restoration primarily on the North Shore (Kilauea, Princeville, Hanalei), where approximately 4,400 customers remain without power due to extensive damage and the loss of the only transmission line serving the area. Additionally, fresh crews from Southern California Edison (SCE) will be assisting with restoration of power primarily on Kauai's West side (Waimea, Kekaha).

Our vehicles, from bucket trucks to trailers and a flatbed, have arrived on Kauai by barge, and a military transport is moving SCE trucks from Hawaii Island to Kauai.

For Kauai residents who are still without power, please be assured that KIUC is aware and working as quickly and as safely as possible to restore service. Their crews, along with our Hawaiian Electric and SCE crews and other contractors, will be continuing to work around the clock to repair the KIUC grid throughout this week.

For additional information, KIUC posts restoration updates on their website at kiuc.coop/news-releases.

KIUC members on Kauai can report downed lines or poles by calling their 24/7 phone line at (808) 246-4300.

09/14/2026

Were you impacted by Hurricane Lowell and still need help? Please tell us what you need. ❤️

Kaua‘i VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster) is coordinating nonprofits and community partners to connect impacted residents with available assistance.

Whether you need help cleaning up, have damage to your home, need other recovery assistance, or simply need someone to talk to, the first step is completing the VOAD needs report:
👉 Tinyurl.com/KauaiVOAD

We can’t promise that every need can be met, but reporting your needs helps organizations across Kaua‘i understand where help is needed most and work together to connect our ‘ohana with available resources.

Are you an agency or nonprofit providing direct services or financial assistance? Join the coordinated response by calling VOAD Chair Scott Bacon at (808) 482-0683.

One form. Many organizations working together. One Kaua‘i taking care of each other.

So many of our local businesses have stepped up to help us in many ways. Mahalo to our amazing business community for yo...
09/13/2026

So many of our local businesses have stepped up to help us in many ways. Mahalo to our amazing business community for your support, generosity and partnership!

Costco
Enterprise Rent A Car
Goodfellow Brothers
Hawaiian Airlines
Hawaiian Telcom
Kapa‘a Shores
Kauai Ice
Malama Kauai
OneSource
Outrigger Kaua‘i Beach
Rainbow Paint and Fishing Supply
Sheraton Coconut Beach
Spectrum
Unlimited Construction
Waimea Plantation Cottages
Wesco

We couldn't do it without you!

KIUC's contractors are the best in the world, and they've come to our aid in a big way as we respond to the impacts of H...
09/13/2026

KIUC's contractors are the best in the world, and they've come to our aid in a big way as we respond to the impacts of Hurricane Lowell. Mahalo plenty!

Premium Utility Contractor
Asplundh
Wiggins Tech

We have been blessed with mutual aid partners who are helping us restore power throughout Kauai. You are so very much ap...
09/13/2026

We have been blessed with mutual aid partners who are helping us restore power throughout Kauai. You are so very much appreciated!

Hawaiian Electric Company
Southern California Edison
HMS Construction, Inc.

Mahalo to all who have donated and/or delivered meals to our crews this week:Avis Rent A CarBrick Oven PizzaFish Express...
09/13/2026

Mahalo to all who have donated and/or delivered meals to our crews this week:

Avis Rent A Car
Brick Oven Pizza
Fish Express
Halau Ka Lei Mokihana o Leina’ala
Java Kai
Kauai Federal Credit Union
Kaua‘i Poke Company
Kekaha Agriculture Association/Stephanie Iona
Koloa Fish Markt
Konohiki Seafoods
Lawai‘a Fish Company
Mama Lucy’s Kitchen
Obsessions/Dennis Okihara
Puakea Grill
Side Street
Smiley's Local Grinds
Sone's Deli & Catering
Unko's Kitchen
Unlimited Construction
Waipouli Delicatessen & Restaurant
Y.Hata & Co.

We so appreciate you!

09/13/2026

The County of Kaua'i has built a new website for Hurricane Lowell recovery.

Head to kauairecovers.org for repair updates, damage reports, storm debris cleanup, asking for help, volunteering, donations and more.

09/13/2026

UPDATE 8:30 pm, 9/13: Crews must continue this work on Monday, 9/14. We apologize for the inconvenience.

TRAFFIC ALERT - NORTH SHORE: On Sunday, September 13, KIUC will be repairing transmission poles on the Hanalei side of the Hanalei Bridge. Work will require a lane closure with alternating traffic and may take 8 hours or more to complete.

The exact start time tomorrow morning is still to be determined. Work is expected to continue into the early evening. Please be prepared for delays, plan accordingly, and use extra caution around coned work areas. Flaggers will be onsite for traffic control.

We appreciate everyone’s patience, support, and cooperation while this important work is completed. Please slow down, stay alert, and be safe.

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