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UPDATE: Maui Woman Among Those Diagnosed with Rat Lungworm Disease
Cases have been confirmed on three islands, all residents should be taking precautions against this disease.
UPDATE: Helicopters Douse 2 Acre Fire off Kahekili Hwy
Maui fire crews responded to a two acre brush fire in the old macadamia nut fields in Waiehu on Tuesday.
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Hōkūleʻa Docks at Nuku Hiva
Voyaging canoe Hōkūleʻa made landfall Sunday on the island of Nuku Hiva in the Marquesas. The stop is the latest in Hōkūleʻa’s journey around the world.
Drier Than Usual Weather Today for Maui County
Drier than usual weather expected this week with showers focusing over windward and mauka spots overnight and in the early morning. Breezy winds…
4,125 Gallons of Wastewater Overflows in Kahului
A 4,125 gallon wastewater overflow on Alamaha Street in Kahului was caused by a grease blockage in the sewer mainline.
Nāhiku Home Destroyed by Fire, Two People Displaced
Hāna firefighters responded to a structure fire that destroyed a residence off of Hāna Highway in the Upper Nāhiku area in East Maui.
Application Period Begins Today for Habitat’s Kahoma Affordable Homes
Habitat for Humanity Maui begins accepting applications today (Monday, April 3, 2017) for its new Kahoma Affordable Housing project.
Kīlauea Volcano Summit Eruption at Halemaʻumaʻu Reaches 9th Anniversary
Kīlauea Volcano’s summit eruption in Halemaʻumaʻu Crater began in March 2008, marking a nine year milestone.
Marriott International Sells Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Retains Management
Marriott International has sold its long-term leasehold interest in The Westin Maui Resort & Spa, Kāʻanapali for approximately $317 million.
Typical Trade Wind Weather Expected Today
Northeast to east winds are forecast through the work week, getting weaker toward the middle of the week. A front is expected to stall north of Hawaii with dry weather…
Rare Sighting of Whale Shark Observed Near Molokini Crater
An underwater photographer aboard the Aliʻi Nui sailing vessel, captured this image of a juvenile male Whale Shark near Molokini Crater on Saturday, April 1.
Lahaina Man Suffers Fatal Injuries in Kūihelani Motorcycle Crash
A motorcyclist suffered fatal injuries as the result of a deadly traffic accident on the Kuihelani Highway on Friday night. Maui police have since identified the motorcyclist as Aaron Matthew Burnett, 36, of Lahaina.
California Woman Collapses After Snorkeling at Puʻu Kekaʻa, “Black Rock”
A 69-year-old woman from Bakersfield, California, was transported to the hospital in critical condition after collapsing at Puʻu Kekaʻa “Black Rock” on Friday.
Maui County Weekend Weather Forecast
Trade winds are expected through early next week with a front forecast to approach the islands Wednesday, but expected to stall and…
“Stage 1” Water Shortage Declared for Upcountry, Maui
The Department of Water Supply has declared a Stage 1 water shortage in Upcountry Maui, effective April 9, due to reduced surface water flow & a lack of rain.
VIDEO: Maui Hospital on Track for July 1st Transition
The Maui Memorial Medical Center is on track to transition to Kaiser on July 1, 2017, in just 3 months as part of a public/private partnership approved by…
Increase in Windward Showers Expected Soon
Modest east winds are forecast with showers increasing as a band of clouds approaches through Friday morning. Trades will increase in strength Friday…
High Surf Warning in Effect for Pe’ahi Size Swell
A large west-northwest swell is forecast filling in and peaking Friday at warning levels before slowly fading over the…
Maui Freediver Recovered From Ocean Floor at Oneuli Beach, Mākena
The male victim, a 29-year-old Maui resident, was freediving from a boat with two other Maui men about a quarter-mile off of Oneuli Beach when the accident…
UPDATE: Pūlehu Brush Fire Blackens 30 Acres, Cause is Suspicious
A brush fire in fallow sugar cane off of Pūlehu Road burned a total of 30 acres before being brought under control.
