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Hawai‘i Plan Prepped for N Korea Missile Threat
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency will announce plans for a public information campaign related to the ballistic missile threat from North Korea.
Fernanda Crosses into Central Pacific, Generates East Swell
Tropical Storm Fernanda has crossed over into the Central Pacific and is beginning to affect the state in the form of high surf, generated by an east swell…
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Slippery Road Results in Traffic Woes in Makawao
At around 8 a.m. we received reports that a truck with a tractor in tow was unable to advance up the slippery hill, which was wet from earlier rains.
Fernanda Weather Forecast Less Uncertain
Breezy winds are forecast through Friday before easing for the weekend. Rainfall associated with Fernanda is expected to spread over the islands this weekend. The weather…
Police Take Precautions After Report of Man with Firearm in Kīhei
Maui police closed off an area around Halekūʻai St in Kīhei after receiving a report from an individual who was allegedly confronted by a male with a firearm…
King Tide Elevated by Swell from Fernanda
The final of three king-tide events of the summer is due to arrive this weekend, starting Friday, July 21, 2017.
‘Īao Valley Monument Reopening Pushed to August 2017
The state has pushed back the reopening of ʻĪao Valley State monument to early August of 2017 amid ongoing repairs and interim improvements.
A Couple Possibilities for Fernanda Weather Effects
Hurricane Fernanda continues to move northwest and is forecast to weaken over the next couple of days. It’s still too soon…
Fire in Former Macadamia Nut Fields Burns 5 Acres
A total of five acres of brush was burned in a fire on Monday afternoon in the former macadamia nut fields located above the Kahekili Highway in Waiehu.
Maui Man Arrested: Suspected of Supplying Minors with Marijuana
Francis Oliveto, 57, of Kīhei, was arrested for supplying minors at Mākena State Park with marijuana, marijuana concentrate and marijuana edibles.
Remnants of Fernanda May Affect Hawai‘i Late This Weekend
Hurricane Fernanda continues a gradual weakening trend over the next two days and is forecast to become a tropical storm by Wednesday, July 19, 2017.
REWARD OFFERED: Ni‘ihau Lei Stolen from Maui Hands
Maui Hands Art Gallery in Makawao was burglarized in the early morning hours of Monday, July 17, 2017.
Fernanda Possibly Bringing Showers Late This Weekend
Trade wind weather is forecast through the weekend with clouds and showers favoring windward and mauka spots. The National Hurricane Center is tracking Hurricane Fernanda…
Crew Aboard Disabled Vessel Rescued off Kahului, Maui
The 25′ pleasure craft Nohuli, was safely towed to shore after the boat became disabled and adrift approximately 17 miles north of Kahului, Maui, Sunday.
Maui Crews Respond to Brush Fire Off Kahekili Hwy
The fire was first reported at around 2 p.m. on Monday, July 17, 2017. Initial reports indicate the fire is about 3 acres in size.
Maui Stage 1 Water Shortage Re-Issued for Upcountry
Due to the Stage 1 water shortage, all Upcountry water consumers are asked to conserve water and to avoid any unnecessary water use until further notice.
Fernanda Takes NW Turn, Steady Weakening Forecast
The official intensity forecast shows steady weakening of Hurricane Fernanda with the system becoming a remnant low around day 5.
Roland Cazimero Dies, 66
Family and friends of island musician and entertainer Roland Cazimero are mourning his loss today after his death last night at the age of 66.
Fernanda Could Bring Showers for the Weekend
Breezy trades winds are forecast through the work week with clouds and showers favoriting our usual windward and mauka spots, mainly overnight. Total rainfall totals…
Circuit Court Dismisses Medical Aid-in-Dying Case
Noting that the legislation generated 2,613 pages of testimony and comments, the court said “this underscores that the relief sought by the plaintiffs is political, not judicial, in nature and should be addressed by the political branches of government.”
