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Hosmer Campground, ʻOheʻo Pools Closed
The Hosmer Grove Campground and Nature Trail is closed due to hazardous trees; and the Pools at ʻOheʻo is closed due to effects from Tropical Storm Darby.
Molokai Plumerias: How to Properly Pick a Plumeria
In 1982, Dick Wheeler started Molokai Plumerias. With about 10 acres of plumerias, you can’t miss it. Maui Now’s Malika Dudley recently visited Molokai…
Gusty Winds Continue Today up to 40 mph
Breezy trade winds are expected to stay in place through the week. Relatively dry and stable trade wind weather should continue through…
Maui Man Charged in Kea Street Murder, Victim Identified
On Tuesday, July 26, 2016 at about 8:12 p.m., Bronsen Rodrigues was arrested and charged for the offense of Murder in the Second Degree. He is currently being held on NO BAIL status.
UPDATE: Pedestrian Dies in Happy Valley Dirt Bike Accident
Maui police have closed North Market Street in Happy Valley near Kahawai Street due to a dirtbike accident at the bridge.
Kīlauea Lava Enters the Ocean for First Time Since 2013
Lava from the Kīlauea volcano reached the ocean early Tuesday morning for the first time since 2013. The ocean entry was made at 1:15 a.m. on Tuesday.
3 Wildfire-Prone Regions of Maui Nui Covered in New Plan
Three new Community Wildfire Protection Plans for Maui County will be signed. The plans cover Upcountry Maui, South Maui, and all of Molokaʻi.
Pilipo Solatorio Recalls 1946 Tsunami in Halawa
“I can still hear it and see it… that was the most frightening experience for me… I was six and a half years old.” ~ Anakala Pilipo Solatorio
Winds Gusting up to 40 mph Today in Maui County
Moderate to breezy trade wind flow is expected to stay in place through the work week. Relatively dry and stable trade wind conditions will continue through…
“Charli’s” Mom Testifies: Capobianco’s “Tone was Out of Context”
During testimony, Kimberlyn Scott described the events leading up to Charli’s disappearance, her daughter’s relationship with the defendant, as well as the tension that loomed as she questioned Capobianco about the last time her daughter was seen alive.
Drier Trade Wind Weather Setting Up
Drier conditions are expected to spread across the Hawaiian Islands from east to west today. A drier than normal typical trade wind pattern is forecast…
Maui Darby Damage Assessment Forms Available Online
As the County of Maui completes assessment from Tropical Storm Darby, input from the public is being sought to document property damage from the event.
Kīpahulu Road Testing Shuts Down Highway for Several Days
The Piʻilani Highway in Kīpahulu will be closed completely from July 25 to 28, 2016, between 7 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. due to geotechnical testing.
One Man Dead in Maui Shooting, Murder Investigation Launched
Maui police are investigating a shooting incident reported early Monday morning at a home on Kea Street in Kahului.
Warm, Humid with Southeast Winds Today
More settled weather will gradually spread across the chain from east to west as Darby departs the area. Southeast wind flow will fill in behind Darby with warm, humid…
11-Year-Old Boy Swept into Wailuku River Rescued, Unharmed
Crews got the call at 3:23 p.m. and responded to a young boy that was reported to be stranded on an island in the Wailuku River (ʻĪao Stream), near Sack-n-Save in Paukūkalo.
Power Restored to 387 on Maui During Darby
Maui Electric crews are responding to pockets of Upcountry – Upper Olinda, Meha/Hanamu and parts of Hāliʻimaile – as well as Lower Nāhiku as approximately 100 customers are experiencing power outages as of 2 p.m. today due to the effects of Tropical Storm Darby.
Reconnaissance Squadron Returns with Data on Darby’s Strength, Size
The 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron has been flying through Darby all morning, providing valuable data as to Darby’s strength and size.
Tropical Storm Darby Photo Album
If you have photos of storm effects related to Darby, please send them to newsdesk@mauinow.com
Tropical Storm Darby: MAUI WARNING CANCELLED
TROPICAL STORM WARNING CANCELLED FOR MAUI COUNTY AS OF 5 P.M. All emergency shelters are closed as of this time. Piʻilani Highway in East Maui will be closed overnight due to flooding.
