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Sunny Today, Front Approaches Soon
A relatively dry trade wind weather pattern is expected through Tuesday with just limited windward showers. That will change though as a weak front reaches Kauai Tuesday night and slowly moves down the island chain…
Scattered Windward Showers Expected Today
Moisture along a stalled and dissipating front will continue to bring wet conditions for windward areas in Maui County and the Big Island. Another weak…
Maui Flood Warning Expires, Flood Watch Continues
At 1003 AM HST, radar continued to show persistent moderate to briefly heavy showers with rain rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour moving onto windward slopes of Maui.
UPDATE: Crews Respond to Report of Downed Aircraft off Molokai
The Coast Guard is responding to a report of a possible downed aircraft with three people aboard approximately four miles east of Ilio Point, Molokai, Friday.
Treacherous Conditions: Hāna Hwy Landslides
In Honomanū at MP13, there is a large landslide and a tree is blocking the Hāna bound lane. Also at MP16 there is a smaller rock slide blocking the Hāna bound lane.
Whale Carcass Prompts Closure at ʻĀhihi-Kinaʻu, Maui
Shoreline access at ʻĀhihi-Kinaʻu Natural Area Reserve on Maui has been closed due to a whale carcass on shore. This is the fifth dead Humpback report since November 11th.
CANCELLED: Lāna‘i Fifth Friday Town Party, Dec. 30
The December 30th Lāna‘i Fifth Friday Town Party has been cancelled due to potential public safety concerns related to wind conditions in Dole Park…
Numerous Windward Showers Expected This Morning
Breezy trade winds are forecast through Friday night. Showers are expected to increase and spread eastward and stall near Maui County Saturday night. Winds will focus…
Capobianco Trial: Jury to be Asked if Murder was “Heinous”
A day after finding Steven Capobianco guilty of 2nd degree murder and 2nd degree arson, the jury has yet to hear arguments on an enhanced sentencing allegation.
50 Nēnē Killed on Kauaʻi Roads in Last Two Years
In the final weeks of 2016, eight nēnē or Hawaiian geese have been killed by vehicles along a two mile stretch of the Kaumuali‘i Highway in Kekaha.
Kīlauea Volcano’s East Rift Zone Eruption Marks 34 Years
As the New Year begins, there is no indication that Kīlauea’s East Rift Zone eruption will change significantly or stop. Will it outlast another generation?
Four Paddle Boarders Rescued off Honokōwai, Maui
Firefighters out of Nāpili and a Jetski out of DT Fleming Beach responded to a report of four stand-up paddlers in distress offshore of Pōhaku “S-turns” Beach..
Front Expected to Enhance Showers Soon
Trade winds are expected to pick up in strength late Thursday and Friday behind a front. Winds will then decrease again over the weekend. As usual, trade…
Endangered ʻAlalā Brought Back into Protective Aviary After 3 Deaths
Although the birds had been observed doing well and eating from feeders placed in the area, three ‘Alalā, or Hawaiian crow, were found dead over the last week.
High Surf Advisory Extended Today
Our current northwest swell is forecast to begin to fade Wednesday…
Hōkūleʻa Crew Celebrates the Holidays in Caribbean Waters
Crewmembers aboard the historic vessel Hōkūleʻa celebrated Christmas Day at sea while in transit to Panama where they will clear customs before crossing…
Christmas Tree, Electronics Recycling Offered on Maui
Community centers or other County facilities may not be used for tree-cycling or dumping of unwanted items. Tree recycling is available at the following locations:
Five Fires at Upcountry Park Deemed Suspicious
Makawao firefighters extinguished five fires that were deemed suspicious in nature on Christmas Eve, Dec. 24, in the park below the Mayor Hanibal Tavares Community Center and Upcountry swimming pool.
Northeast Winds up to 25 mph Today
Breezy trade winds will continue through most of the work week and remain strong through Tuesday. A drop off in wind speeds is possible next weekend. Will keep an eye…
Shark Sighting Results in Temporary Beach Closure in Makena
“Big Beach” in Makena is closed until further notice due to a shark sighting. Ocean Safety is monitoring the area.
