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Kona storm traffic impacts on Maui – Saturday, March 14, 2026

Multiple road closures are in place as a severe storm makes its way over the islands. Ongoing updates are provided here.

Haleakalā service trip in early April

Spend the weekend of April 3 to 5 immersed in the rainforest of Haleakalā’s Kīpahulu District on a service project with the Friends of Haleakalā National Park. This is a front-country, car-accessible trip with minimal hiking and maximum connection to a beautiful place. Participants will tent camp and prepare shared meals in the bunkhouse. 

Lahaina Cannery hosts St. Patrick’s Day celebration Tuesday

Lahaina Cannery will host a St. Patrick’s Day celebration on March 17 featuring live music from Logan Kalawaia and Friends and holiday-themed drink specials at the West Maui shopping center.

HECO 12 p.m. update: 111,000 still without power on Oʻahu, Maui County and Hawaiʻi Island

About 10,000 customers remain out in various areas as crews restored half of affected customers in parts of South and Upcountry Maui this morning. Crews rerouted service to about 4,000 South Maui customers who lost power due to a large sinkhole along S. Kīhei Road around 4:50 a.m. today.

Powerful kona storm brings warning level winds and flash flood risks; Flood Warning extended for Maui until 8 p.m., Molokaʻi until 8:30 p.m.

A powerful kona storm continues to hit Maui County, forcing widespread road closures from flooding, landslides, downed power lines and other infrastructure issues. The National Weather Service anticipates severe weather will last through Sunday for Maui County.

House passes Native Hawaiian affairs bills, sends measures to Senate

The Hawaiʻi House of Representatives advanced numerous bills relating to Native Hawaiian affairs that support housing, cultural preservation, and community support.

County of Maui kona storm recap – Saturday, March 14

Maui Fire Department conducted floodwater rescues overnight in South Maui; also last night, dozens of people, who are now at a shelter, were cut off in Hāna due to road washout. Over the last 14 hours, some areas received more than 20 inches of rain (Kula) and wind gusts more than 70 mph (Kaunakakai).

County Department of Water Supply advises residents to conserve water during ongoing kona storm

The County of Maui Department of Water Supply advises all residents and visitors to conserve water during the prolonged kona storm due to safety concerns related to potential power and electronic system disruptions. Non-essential water use should be limited until conditions improve.

Hawaiian Airlines transitions to self-service bag tag stations

Starting this month, self-service bag tag stations will help streamline the travel experience by cutting down lobby wait times and congestion.

Kona storm Maui photos – Saturday, March 14

The prolonged kona storm continues to impact Maui County with downed trees, flooding, erosion and downed power lines. Here’s a look at some of the photos and videos sent in from around the island.

MEO bus service suspended today due to hazardous road conditions

Maui Economic Opportunity will be suspending transportation services today, March 14, due to hazardous road conditions caused by the strong Kona storm overnight.

How to creatively spotlight Hawaiʻi’s rarest birds? Put them on press-on nails

In an unusual creative collaboration, Hawaiʻi small businesses ʻIwi Nails and Kahua ʻĀina have partnered with Friends of Hakalau Forest National Wildlife Refuge to showcase and fund the conservation of the state’s endangered birds.

Hawai‘i Journalism Initiative Chevron Forward

69-year-old and his dog Scooby-Doo walk around the island of Maui
‘Green fee’ proposals to boost Hawai‘i’s environment, disaster resilience on path to approval
As e-bikes grow in popularity, Maui County and state lawmakers try to curb dangerous riding
South Maui’s saltier, more turbid waters could signal drought is taking a toll

History & Culture Chevron Forward

Hundreds honor life, legacy of beloved kumu hula Nālani Kanakaʻole
Fairmont Kea Lani announces Ho‘okumu: A celebration of Mahina ʻŌlelo Hawaiʻi
$1.6M from federal government set aside for digitization of Bishop Museum collections
Hawaiian Moment — Puʻu Kekaʻa, Hill of the rumble (as in thunder)

Maui Business Chevron Forward

Hawaiian Airlines transitions to self-service bag tag stations

Scholarship applications open for Cohort 8 of HACA’s value-added entrepreneur program

Hawai‘i Community Lending announces board officers and new executive leadership team

Hyatt Regency Maui Resort and Spa appoints Kaplan to Associate Director of Leisure Sales

Year of opportunity kicks off for Hawaiʻi’s creative economy and film industry

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Lahaina Cannery hosts St. Patrick’s Day celebration Tuesday

Lahaina community healing event returns to Methodist Church March 21

Hop Into Spring at Maui Mall Village

Circus Lolo tickets available now: A kamaʻāina circus at kamaʻāina prices

Hisako Film Lab launches first-ever Fast Kine Maui 4-Day Film Challenge

Maui Food and Dining Chevron Forward

45th Annual Kapalua Wine & Food Festival announces lineup
‘GET Local’: Keiki chefs can find new food adventures by entering video cooking contest
Slappy Cakes Maui hosts ‘Paws & Pancakes’ fundraiser for Maui Humane Society, March 14
The Ritz-Carlton Maui, Kapalua Announces Spring Kapalua Wine & Chef Series
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Housing & Real Estate Chevron Forward

Hoʻōla LTRG and Mennonite Disaster Service mark milestone with completion of their first two rebuilt homes in Lahaina
Major housing and infrastructure investments for wildfire recovery move forward
Laʻakea Village sets town hall meeting for Pāʻia inclusive housing project
Maui’s median single-family home prices increase to $1.4 million in January

Maui Activities Chevron Forward

Tickets, table sponsorships now available for Lahaina Restoration Foundation Benefit Lūʻau
Chinese New Year Celebration at Lahaina Cannery, Feb. 20
Hula Grill Kāʻanapali to host Whale Talks on Tuesdays in February and March
Pacific Whale Foundation and Norwegian Cruise Line partners to expand keiki whale watches on Maui

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What you need to know about the kona low Saturday on the Big Island: Flash flood warning canceled for North, South Kona

Radar indicates that heavy rain that was previously falling over the Kona slopes has decrease, so National Weather Service forecasters canceled the warning; flood watch for entire island continues.

Letter signed by Hirono, Schatz and 34 of their U.S. Senate colleagues demands immediate release of Title X funding

“Any gap in Title X funding could result in over 2 million patients losing access to contraception and preventative care, worsen maternal health outcomes and increase sexually transmitted infections,” says a letter signed by Hawai'i U.S. Sens. Mazie Hirono and Brian Schatz, plus 34 of their Senate colleagues to U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

Hawaii County Weather Forecast for March 14, 2026

A powerful kona storm will remain anchored northwest of the state producing periods of hazardous weather impacts across the Hawaiian Islands through the...

House advances state bill banning commercial aquarium fishing in Hawaiʻi County waters

The state Department of Land and Natural Resources said there already are measures in place to limit the harvesting of aquatic fish following a 2017 Hawaiʻi Supreme Court ruling.

Hawai‘i County Department of Water Supply to host Fix a Leak Week events

The department is celebrating the 2026 installment of the special observance by helping customers learn how to identify and fix common household water leaks; events to be hosted in Hilo and Kailua-Kona, with chances for prizes.

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What you need to know about the kona low Saturday on Kaua‘i: High surf advisory for south-facing shores of Kaua‘i, Ni‘ihau canceled

Forecasters with the National Weather Service in Honolulu report surf along south-facing shores has decreased to below advisory criteria and will continue to gradually decline throughout tonight.

Vidinha Stadium is closed, reopening anticipated by fall 2026

The County of Kauaʻi is allowing the Kauaʻi Interscholastic Federation to gain limited access to the track for scheduled events, but no spectators are allowed.

Hirono, colleagues demand immediate release of Title X funding

“Any gap in Title X funding could result in over 2 million patients losing access to contraception and preventative care, worsen maternal health outcomes and increase sexually transmitted infections,” says a letter signed by Hawai'i U.S. Sens. Mazie Hirono and Brian Schatz, plus 34 of their Senate colleagues to U.S. Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.

17 lane closures scheduled during week of March 14-20 on Kaua‘i state roadways

Lane closure schedules may change at any time without further notice. All projects are weather permitting.

Healing Horses Kauaʻi to host Spring Horsemanship & Riding Camp for youth

Healing Horses Kauaʻi invites children to gallop into self-discovery at its 2026 Spring Horsemanship and Riding Camps.