The Kauai Fire Department (KFD) reported that a resort fire in Nawiliwili started in the laundry room on Tuesday, August 12. KFD said that the fire at the Royal Sonesta Kauai Resort broke out at around 10:45 a.m. When firefighters arrived on scene, they spotted smoke coming from the resort’s laundry room. Crews put the fire out shortly after and cleared the scene at around 12:45 p.m. Damage to the structure and contents is estimated at $150,000. Fire investigators say the fire was accidental.
