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Update/Open: Brush fire forces closure of Maui Veterans Hwy near Maui Raceway Park

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Update:

The Maui Veterans Highway was reopened around 2:40 p.m., according to a spokesperson with the Maui Police Department. The brush fire was reportedly contained around 3:36 p.m. The Maui Fire Department will release specifics following their response.

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A brush fire has forced the closure of Maui Veterans Highway from the intersection of Hansen Road to North Kīhei Road. The closure went into effect at 1:49 p.m. on Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2023.

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The closure is due to a brush fire that was reported on the Kīhei side of Maui Veterans Highway, in the area of Maui Raceway Park. 

The road closure may affect access to the following areas:

  • Kelia Pond
  • Central Maui Baseyard
  • Maui Humane Society
  • Hawaiian Cement
  • Mehameha Loop

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