Legionnaires' Disease Cases Linked to Kauai Condo
Two visitors to Kauai have been diagnosed with Legionnaires' disease after staying at a Poipu condo property, and health officials say it's bad news for anyone who stayed there recently.
- Hawaii's health department confirmed two visitors who stayed at Hawaii Villas in Poipu came down with Legionnaires' disease.
- Testing found legionella bacteria, which causes the illness, in the property's water system.
- Officials say the bacteria may have been present since as far back as January 2025, so past guests could also be at risk.
- Anyone who stayed at the property in the last two weeks is being told to watch for pneumonia-like symptoms, including high fever.
Outlook: Health officials are expected to continue monitoring the property and may identify more cases among recent guests.