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DOH: New Tobacco, E-Cig Laws Go Into Effect Jan. 1
The Hawai‘i State Department of Health is reminding the public that, effective Jan. 1, 2016, residents and visitors alike must be at least age 21 year old in order to buy tobacco products and electronic smoking devices (e-cigarettes) in the state.
Confirmed Big Island Dengue Cases Rise to 190
Since the last update on Dec. 24, the Hawai‘i Department of Health reports that the number of confirmed dengue cases has risen from 176 to 190 as of Dec. 30, 2015.
New Year’s Eve Weather Forecast
A front will pass southeastward across the island chain from Friday into Saturday. Another front will arrive Monday, then weaken and stall near Oahu…
VIDEO: Vehicle Fire in Māʻalaea
The vehicle was being driven by a female who stopped in the Māʻalaea area to investigate smoke coming from under the dashboard area.
Visitor Statistics on the Rise for Maui, the State
November arrivals to Maui increased 2.8% to 193,355 and visitor days increased by 3.8% in November 2015 compared to last year. Maui also saw a 7.5% increase in exclusive stay to the island in November. Visitors to Maui spent $320.4 million, a +5.2% increase over last November, bolstered by higher daily spending (+1.3% to $198 per person). Growth in arrivals from US West (+3.6%) and US East (+3.8%) offset declines from Japan (-7.9%) and Canada (-3.7%).
Light Trades, Windward Showers Today
A cold front to the northwest will weaken as it moves across Kauai tonight, then dissipate over the central islands on Wednesday. Another front will approach…
Mountain Rescue: Injured Hiker at Haleakalā
Maui firefighters are conducting a mountain rescue at Haleakalā following reports of a hiker with an ankle injury.
Honoapiʻilani Hwy 3-Vehicle Accident, Expect Delays
Motorists are advised of a three-vehicle accident on the Honoapiʻilani Highway (30) between the “Pali” tunnel and Scenic Lookout in the vicinity of McGregor Point.
Winds Weaken, Veer Southeasterly Today
Weak winds and southeasterly flow are expected to take over the forecast for the next few days. Land and sea breezes will develop bringing sunny mornings…
Extremely Heavy Sunrise Traffic During Holiday Season
Park rangers advise that visitors should be aware that they will encounter long lines at the park entrance station, and also advise that there is limited parking at the summit itself.
Two Big Island Areas Closed Due to Dengue Outbreak
Due to the dengue fever outbreak at Miloli‘i on Hawai‘i Island, the Department of Land and Natural Resources has closed to the public all state unencumbered lands in the immediate vicinity of Miloli‘i village and Honomalino Bay.
Hawaiʻi Raises Legal Smoking Age to 21 on Jan. 1, 2016
On January 1st, Hawaiʻi will become the first state in the nation to raise the age on the sale of tobacco products and e-cigs to 21.
Visitor Dies While Snorkeling Near “Black Rock” in Kāʻanapali
A 36-year-old man from Korea died after being found unresponsive in waters near Puʻu Kekaʻa or “Black Rock” in Kāʻanapali on Sunday, Dec. 27, 2015, officials said.
Man Aboard Kayak Rescued in Kīhei Waters
Rescue crews assisted a man aboard a kayak after he lost his paddle in waters off of South Maui on Sunday.
California Visitor Rescued While Paddle Boarding in Nāpili
A 16-year-old girl visiting from California, was rescued while paddle boarding in waters off of Nāpili on Saturday morning, fire officials said
Winds Weaken and Shift Today
Gusty trades will continue to weaken and are expected to veer east-southeasterly on Monday and will drop off much more by Tuesday. We should actually…
Ask the Mayor: How Much Will Rents Be for Units Being Built in Kulamalu?
Is there any indication of what the rents will be like and will HUD be accepted for the affordable housing being built in Kulamalu?
Gusty Trades Continue Today
The strong and gusty trades will continue through the remainder of the holiday weekend. Low clouds and showers continue to focus over our usual windward and mauka…
New NW and SSW Swells Expected This Weekend
A new northwest swell is forecast to fill in overnight into Sunday morning and peak in the afternoon. Another larger reinforcement is expected to build late Sunday…
Breezy Winds Return to Maui County
Strong gusty trades will continue through the holiday weekend. Showers are expected to continue to focus over windward and mauka areas. Some of the larger…





