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BREAKING: Navy Aircrew Locates Missing Vessel and Mariner 350 Miles SW of O‘ahu
BREAKING: A Navy Boeing P-8 Poseidon aircrew reportedly located Grenz waving his hands in the air while on deck of the 42-foot sailing vessel. He was last seen departing Nāwiliwili Harbor, Kauaʻi, towards Haleʻiwa, Oʻahu, on Tuesday, Sept. 2.
Hawai‘i Lodging & Tourism Association Launches “Hotels for Healthcare Heroes”
“[Healthcare workers] do need some time away from all of these trials and tribulations…The way our policies have been set across the state regarding visitation, these people have really become the consolers of our people who are very sick. We need to honor them…More than one-third of Maui hotels have already stepped up to the plate to provide some really needed rest for our frontline heroes.” – Maui Mayor Michael Victorino.
Sept. 9, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 429 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 7 Deaths
There were 429 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Thursday, including 63 on Maui.
On-Site Oxygen Generator Installed and Tested on Maui, to Supplement Demand
Maui received an on-site Oxygen Generator last week and was able to install and test the unit successfully this week, according to Maui Health.
Hawaiʻi SMART Health Card Launches Sept 10 for Vaccination Status Verification
State officials unveiled the new Hawaiʻi SMART Health Card, which launches on Sept. 10, 2021. The voluntary program enables individuals who received their COVID-19 vaccinations in Hawaiʻi to create a state-issued digital card that may be used to confirm their vaccination status to businesses and venues that require it.
Sept. 8, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 380 New Cases in Hawai‘i
There were 380 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Wednesday, including 54 on Maui.
BREAKING: Maui “Safer Outside” Rules Includes Vaccine Guidelines at Eateries
County officials are calling Maui’s new set of rules “Safer Outside.” It includes the previously announced vaccine guidelines for eateries, and newly announced reduction in capacity for commercial recreational boating, ground transportation, and commercial tour operators. There will also be no spectators at indoor or outdoor sporting events.
DOH Updates: Today’s COVID Count, Pediatric Cases, Mu Variant, and Boosters
Hawaiʻi State Epidemiologist Dr. Sarah Kemble answered media questions on Tuesday afternoon about today’s COVID-19 count, pediatric and breakthrough cases, the mu variant and booster shots. During a brief Zoom update, state health officials provided some updates on what we’re seeing now and what we can expect in the weeks ahead.
Wailuku Fire Burns 17 Acres, Now 100% Contained, Results in Piʻihana Evacuations
A brush fire in the Piʻihana Road area that began on Tuesday afternoon, has burned 17 acres, and was declared 100% contained by 6:17 p.m.
Executive Order Addresses the Rationing Care if Needed During COVID-19 Response
Governor David Ige signed Executive Order No.21-06 on Sept. 1, which effectively sets a framework for what actions would have to be taken to ration care, and provides protections from civil liability for death or injury caused by omission of care, should hospitals become overwhelmed during COVID-19 response.
Maui Police Make 21 Arrests for Impaired Driving Over Labor Day Weekend
Police made a total of 21 impaired driving arrests, including one arrest for habitually operating a vehicle while under the influence.Police also towed 21 vehicles as part of a tow ordinance that allows police to do so as a condition of DUI arrests.
Sept. 7, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 499 New Cases in Hawai‘i
There were 499 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Tuesday. Statewide, there are 443 people hospitalized with COVID-19.
Suicide Prevention Month 2021 Maui Events and Activities Start Wednesday
Over the course of September, Mental Health America of Hawai`i, E Ola Hou Prevent Suicide Maui County Task Force, MEO and other Maui organizations are hosting a line-up of events and activities surrounding mental health.
Haʻikū Brush Fire Burns 3.5 Acres, Now 100% Contained
Hāna Highway is closed both directions at East Kuiaha Road in Haʻikū due to a brush fire. Motorists are asked to avoid the area.
Sept. 6, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 756 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 2 Deaths
There were 756 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Monday, including 85 on Maui.
Sept. 5, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 731 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 10 Deaths
Hawai‘i’s COVID-19 deaths increased to 624, with 10 new deaths reported today, including three deaths each on Maui and O’ahu, and one death each on Kaua’i and Hawai’i Island. One of the Maui deaths involved a man in his 20s with underlying conditions.
Sept. 4, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 888 New Cases in Hawai‘i, 1 Death
There were 888 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Saturday, including 141 on Maui, four on Molokaʻi, and one on Lānaʻi.
COVID-19 Emergency Measures Enforced as State Hopes to Prevent “Worst-Case Scenario”
“Our choices today and over this weekend can help prevent the worst-case scenario for our healthcare system,” said Gov. Ige.
Maui Police Join Families Impacted by Impaired Driving to Raise Awareness
Maui police joined families impacted by impaired driving by raising awareness during simultaneous sign waving events held Friday afternoon, Sept. 3, in Lahaina and Kīhei.
Hawai‘i Secures Liquid Oxygen Supply as Demand for Medical Grade Oxygen Surges
The Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency has taken steps to secure a consistent supply of liquid oxygen (O2) from the mainland to the state of Hawaiʻi in order to meet the increased demands brought upon by the recent COVID-19 case count surge.
