Legionnaires' Disease Cases Linked to Kauai Condo

Nov 04, 2026

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.

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