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Power Outages, Trees Down, Power Lines Across Roadways

A Maui Electric spokesperson tells us crews are currently responding to outages in parts of Kula and Haiku. Customers can also report any outages by calling

PHOTOS: Front Moves Through Maui County

A strong front is moving through Maui County. Here are some images.
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Scientists Size up Puʻu ʻŌʻō on 32nd Anniversary

Jan. 3, 2015 marks the 32nd year since Puʻu ʻŌʻō first erupted on Hawai‘i Island in Kīlauea Volcano’s East Rift Zone.

Latest Weather Alerts for Saturday (1/3/15)

A strong front is expected to push its way down the island chain today bringing the possibility of severe weather. The latest weather alerts will be posted…

Maui Mayor Accompanies Sabers to Maui’s First Rose Parade

Maui Mayor Alan Arakawa and wife Ann attended the New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day festivities, traveling with the Sabers to witness the historical event at the 126th annual Rose Parade in Pasadena, California.

Gusty Southwest Winds, Thunderstorms Possible as Front Approaches

Today, we expect scattered showers through the day as a front approaches. There is a chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Some of these thunderstorms…

PHOTOS: Kahului Harbor Offers New Year’s Day Fun

While many Mauians were home watching college football or spending time with family, a few water enthusiasts found their way to Kahului Harbor on New Year’s Day.

Nine Fire-Related Incidents Reported in Maui County on New Year’s Eve/Day

Between 7:30 a.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014, and 7:30 a.m. on Thursday, Jan. 1, 2015, Maui Fire Department crews responded to nine fire-related incidents.

Wailuku First Friday to Celebrate 2015

Wailuku First Fridays will feature a full lineup of music, food, activities, and crafts this Friday, Jan. 2, to greet the new year. Local musician Willie K. will perform with the Deborah Vial Band on the Maui Thing stage starting at 7:30 p.m.

VIDEO: Maui High Band Prepared for Cold Rose Parade

Maui High School’s award-winning Saber Marching Band & Color Guard can be seen live on television (KITV ABC, channel 4) this morning — between 6 and 8 a.m. — participating in the 126th annual Rose Parade.

New Year, New Front

Quiet, cool conditions are expected to start the new year, as very dry air streaming in from the north dominates our weather. Another cold front sweeping…

Snorkel Boat Takes on Water in Route to Mā‘alaea Harbor

Maui Police Department Kīhei Patrol officers responded to the Mā‘alaea Boat Harbor on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014, at approximately 11:44 a.m. due to a report that the snorkel boat Mahana Nai‘a, carrying 52 passengers and three crew members, was taking on water.

UPDATE: Water Line Breaks on North South Collector Road in Kīhei

The Maui County Department of Water Supply is repairing a 16-inch main transmission line on the North South Collector Road off of Keali‘i Alanui Place in Kīhei.

Improving Weather Expected For New Year’s Eve

Very cool, brisk winds will spread across the islands behind the front Wednesday into New Year’s Day. We expect clearing with cool temperatures by early…

Slew of Advisories Posted Ahead of Front

A front is expected to move down the island chain today and tonight bringing gusty winds and periods of rainfall. Heavy rainfall and thunderstorms are not…

Christmas Tree Recycling Programs Announced

Several Christmas Tree “treecycling” options are available in Maui County, including drop-off and pick-up services.

Maui Electric Urges Caution on New Year’s Eve

Maui Electric cautions residents to set up and use fireworks in an area clear of overhead power lines.

Maui County Fireworks Sales Underway

Select Maui County stores are selling fireworks and permits.

Cool / Dry Today, Front Expected Tomorrow

We expect cool, dry weather through Monday as northeasterly winds weaken and shift out of the southeast late in the day. A front is expected…

UPDATE: Demonstration Seeks Visitors’ Support of GMO Moratorium

A peaceful demonstration seeking visitor support of the recently passed GMO moratorium in Maui County, was held at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Dec. 28, 2014.
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