Maui News
Power Outage at Lāna‘i’s Maunalei and Munro Trail
As of 1:40 a.m., crews had restored power to the majority of customers; however a remaining four customers will remain without power in the Maunalei and Munro Trail areas until Hawaiian Electric resumes inspection during daylight hours.
Freezing Rain, Snow Forecast Overnight at Maui’s Haleakalā Summit
A mix of rain, snow and freezing rain are expected at the Summit of Haleakalā overnight. The NWS issued a Winter Weather Warning overnight advising against travel to the location due to hazardous conditions. Maui last saw snow atop Haleakalā during a winter storm last year that forced the closure of the summit for at least six days.
Maui Flood Advisory Until 3:15 a.m.
Maui is under a Flood Advisory until 3:15 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 7, 2020. The National Weather Service reports that at 12:14 a.m., radar showed heavy rain persisting over East Maui near Kauaō and Hāna. Area residents reported flash flooding over the road at Mile 31 of the Hāna Highway at around 10:30 p.m. on Thursday.
CIP Funds Released for Lahaina Health Center
Representative Angus L.K. McKelvey (West Maui, Mā‘alaea, North Kīhei) today announced that Governor David Ige has released $506,000 in Capital Improvement Project funds, part of which will be used for the design and construction for renovations, repairs and improvements at the Lahaina Comprehensive Health Center on Maui.
Cold Front Moves Down Islands, Snow in Forecast for Big Island Summits
A cold front over the central islands will continue to move down the island chain through tonight, according to the latest Area Synopsis issued by the National Weather Service in Honolulu.
UPDATE: Maui Beaches Now OPEN After Shark Bites SUP Board
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources has continued the beach closure from Mana Kai near Keawakapu to Palauea “White Rock” until at least noon today, Thursday, Feb. 6, 2020.
Makawao Third Friday Makes a Comeback in February
The Makawao Third Friday Town Party makes a comeback this month, on Friday, Feb. 21, after temporarily coming to a halt in August.
Brown Water Advisory Issued for Island of Maui
A brown water advisory was issued this morning for the Island of Maui following heavy rains resulting in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters.
Kula Home Built Under DHHL, Habitat Partnership
The Department of Hawaiian Home Lands along with partners at Habitat for Humanity Maui, welcomed the Kuailani ʻohana to their new home on Wednesday, Feb. 5.
Study: Cost of Living, Pay Key Factors in Teacher Vacancies
Salaries of experienced teachers not far off from less-experienced colleagues.
Astronomers Locate ‘Unusual’ Monster Galaxy
Maunakea scientists say the galaxy existed about 12 billion years ago, when the universe was only 13 percent of its current age.
UPDATE: Victim in Lahaina Assault Dies, Case Reclassified to Murder
A Lahiana woman was formally charged with second degree murder after the victim in an alleged assault died of injuries sustained in the incident.
Sugimura Continues as Chair of MPO Policy Board
Department of Transportation Director Marc Takamori will serve as vice chair.
Shocking Reality of Sex Trafficking in Hawaiʻi Revealed in New Study
Childhood abuse, as well as serious family and community problems, identified as key factors of sex trafficking.
Lawsuit Alleges Failure to Protect Hawaiian Waters From Plastic Pollution
Environmental groups sued the Environmental Protection Agency today for allegedly failing to protect 17 coastal water bodies around Hawaiʻi from what they are calling “wide-scale plastic pollution.”
Lawmakers Seek Stricter Gun Control Following Deaths of Honolulu Police Officers
legislators, law enforcement consider 18 bills related to gun violence prevention and improving mental health care.
Maui Police Warn of Door-to-Door Roofing Scam Targeting Elderly
The department has received reports in which the scammers convince homeowners that their roof needs repairs, but never return to do the work after collecting payment.
Shark Bites Paddle Board, Aggressively Pursues SUP Group in South Maui Waters
Ocean safety crews are clearing waters in South Maui fronting the Andaz and Keawakapu Beach this morning following reports of an aggressive shark in the area.
Boat Grounded at Hale o Lono, Freed Overnight
Upon arrival, personnel located a 36-foot sloop vessel that had it’s keel grounded next to the breakwall. Authorities say those aboard were able to free the vessel and proceeded into the harbor channel area where it was anchored overnight.
Bill Aims to Ban Sunscreen Ingredients Amid Health Concerns
Members of the Hawai‘i State Senate and House of Representatives introduced a bipartisan bill to ban sunscreen SPF products that are not considered “safe and effective” by the US Food & Drug Administration.
