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Businesses on Molokai are taking extra steps to conserve water as tank repairs continue. In an effort to avoid unnecessary water use, Molokai Pizza Café manager Regan DeGeorge says the business turned off its ice cream machine and is using paper products to reduce water use for washing dishes. Residents of Kalae and Kaunakakai on […]

The recent promotion of four firefighters to the rank of battalion chief marked a milestone for the department.  The simultaneous promotion of Karl Kubo, Derrick Arruda, James “Kimo” Kino and Valeriano Martin allows the department to fill an existing vacancy and three newly created positions. The department had sought for eight years to increase the […]

Four members of the Maui Fire Department were promoted to Battalion Chief during a badge pinning ceremony Wednesday at the Kahului Fire Station. Those promoted include Derrick Arruda, James Kino, Karl Kubo and Valeriano Martin. The expansion positions were among the administration’s goals set by Maui Fire Chief Jeff Murray, and part of the department’s […]

A rash of morning fires along the Honoapiilani Highway are being investigated as suspicious incidents-that according to Acting Battalion Chief Derrick Arruda with the Maui Fire Department.  Maui police say three fires occurred within a 35 minute period this morning between Olowalu and Puamana. Maui police say the first was reported in Olowalu at 10:38 […]

Updated at 5:43 a.m. Sunday, June 21, 2009: by Wendy Osher Hokiokio Road was reopened at 5:43 a.m. following firefighting efforts in the area. Updated at 2:18 a.m. Sunday, June 21, 2009: by Wendy Osher The Honoapiilani Highway is now open, but Hokiokio Road remains closed in Puamana as Maui Firefighters continue to battle a […]

Pacific Radio Group’s newest station, Native 92.5, Maui’s Island Music Station, unveils a fresh five-person lineup. Longtime radio personality Kawika “KawikaVeeka” Duey takes on a dual duty as the station’s Program Director and morning man.  As the veteran voice of the station, KawikaVeeka builds upon his 10 years of experience in the local radio industry.  […]

ROAD PASSABLE, BUT MOTORISTS ADVISED TO DRIVE WITH CAUTION (Updated at 11:22 a.m. Friday, April 24, 2009) Hana Highway, Highway 360 in the area near MP3 is clear.  A tree had fallen at the location earlier this morning.  State crews continue their work to clean a mudslide near MP9, but advise that the road is […]

The County of Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety announced the promotion of David Thyne to Assistant Chief of Support Services. The position was last held by Alan Pascua, who retired in December.  Thyne joined the department in 1987, was promoted to Captain in 2002, and Battalion Chief last year.  He holds both associate […]

About 50 people showed up for an open house hosted last night by the Maui Fire Department’s Fire Prevention Bureau.  Capt. Val Martin discussed proposed changes to the fire code and answered questions posed by contractors, engineers and residents who are considering new home construction.  The new code has not yet been adopted, but if […]

The Maui County Fire Department Fire Prevention Bureau will hold an open house today (Tuesday, April 14, 2009), focusing on fire code and fire protection concerns.  Fire officials will discuss fire sprinklers for residents, the upcoming adoption of the state and county fire codes, and general information on fire protection. The open house is intended […]

(Story & Photos by Wendy OSHER © 2009) The Maui Fire Department added two new vehicles to its fleet yesterday-an engine for West Maui and an Air/Light Truck for large scale incident response. The new Engine 3 will be stationed at the Lahaina Fire Station and will be used in protecting the West Maui Community. […]

ALL-CLEAR: TRANSPORT COMPLETE, EVACUEES ALLOWED TO RETURN HOME (Updated by Wendy OSHER @ 1:46 p.m.) Authorities have since completed the transport of a leaky propane gas tanker from Kihei to the Central Maui Baseyard. All roadways are now open and all evacuees have been allowed to return to their residences and businesses. County crews thank […]

The U.S. Coast Guard rescued a free diver from shores off Lanai yesterday.  52-year-old Bruno Ambay had been reported missing Monday morning by friends who had been free diving with him about four miles off Manele Bay.  Ambay was spotted swimming along a rocky shoreline area about two hours later, and was hoisted by helicopter […]

The county is offering Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Training beginning in March.  CERT members are volunteers who offer support to first responders during large scale emergencies or assist with non-emergency projects to improve safety in the community.  Each session is free and includes 30 hours of classroom and hands on training.  To register call […]