Maui News
Maui COVID-19 Hospital Cluster: Multiple Sources of Infection Suspected
State Health Director Bruce Anderson says one of the three deaths in Maui County is being investigated to determine if there were any ties to the cluster of COVID-19 positive employees identified at the Maui hospital.
LIVE STREAM: Mayor COVID-19 Update for April 10, 2020, 4 p.m.
LIVE STREAM: Mayor COVID-19 Update for April 10, 2020, 4 p.m.
Maui Hospital Coronavirus Cluster Rises to 19: Includes 3 More Employees and 1 Patient
The cluster of COVID-19 positive cases at Maui Memorial Medical Center increased from 15 to 19 today with news that there are three additional employees and one patient confirmed to have the virus. Maui Health tested 126 patients, caregivers and physicians this week, for COVID-19 infection.
Maui County Reports its Third COVID-19 Death
Hawai‘i Has Two More Coronavirus Deaths, Including One More in Maui County. Maui County’s total COVID-19 Positive Cases is 65, including 3 deaths. Of the cases in Maui County, at least 36 have been released from isolation, and 5 have required hospitalization.
Maui Urged to be Mindful of Best Practices for Solid Waste Disposal During COVID-19 Crisis
Don’t overfill the County trash cart. Its lid must be fully closed. Overfilled carts spill, exposing workers and the community to possible injury and illness. Overfilled carts may not be picked up.
Maui Out-of-State Passenger Arrivals By Air Drop to 18: 6 Crew, 9 Residents, 3 Visitors
A total of 663 people arrived in Hawaiʻi from out-of-state on Thursday, including 107 visitors, 171 residents, 241 transit, 45 intended residents and 99 crew members, according to new data compiled by the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority.
Mayor Interview: Explains New Maui Rules and Curfew
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino is providing updates on Pacific Media Group’s network of Maui stations as the County continues to adjust to the COVID-19 pandemic. Today, the mayor spoke with listeners of KPOA 93.5 FM on Maui, and shared his thoughts on new rules that take effect tonight, including a pilot nighttime curfew program that is in effect from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m.
$130 Million in New Federal Funds Headed to Hawai‘i for Hospitals and Healthcare
US Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai‘i) announced that Hawai‘i is set to receive more than $130 million in new federal funding to help local hospitals and health care providers respond to the coronavirus pandemic.
Drive-Through Testing FRIDAY, April 10: in Kahului (2nd Day) and Hāna in East Maui
Drive-through testing for COVID-19 will take place again for a second day on Friday, April 10, at Keōpūolani Regional Park. Maui Mayor Michael Victorino reports that more than 700 tests were completed in Thursday’s testing at the location.
Maui County Night-Time Curfew Pilot Program and Stricter Rules to Start Friday
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino announced a night-time curfew pilot program will start at 11 p.m. Friday night, April 10, for Maui County. Curfew will be from 11 p.m. to 5 a.m. on Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
Kīhei Man Held on $105,000 Bail, Accused of Burglary During Civil Emergency
Maui police say an unknown adult male forcefully entered a jewelry store in Pāʻia at approximately 2:55 a.m. on March 30, 2020, and allegedly removed multiple items estimated at over $100,000. The male suspect, later identified by Maui Police as Chase Mociun, 37, of Kīhei was arrested and charged for Burglary of a Building in a Civil Defense Emergency, Theft I and Criminal Conspiracy. Due to County of Maui being in a Disaster Emergency Relief Period, police say the Burglary of a Building becomes a “B” Felony.
Maui Health CEO Explains Mask Policy at Hospital and Efforts to Ensure Safety at the Facility
Maui Now’s Wendy Osher interviews Maui Health CEO Mike Rembis. We ask about the hospital’s policy on masks for health care workers, as well as the current state of supplies and equipment for the Maui facility.
LIVE STREAM: Mayor COVID-19 Update for April 9, 2020, 4 p.m.
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino gives us an update on how the Drive Through COVID-19 testing in Kahului went today as well as the Food Distribution efforts in Central and South Maui. He also shares more about the County’s efforts to control, expedite testing, and prevent further spread of the virus.
Grab-and-Go School Meal Service Off On Good Friday Holiday, April 10
The Hawaiʻi Department of Education’s Grab-and-Go school meal service will be off on the Good Friday holiday, April 10, 2020. Service will resume on Monday, April 13, with breakfast and lunch for children 18 and younger.
PHOTOS/VIDEO: COVID-19 Testing on Maui Draws Heavy Response
The Kahului Drive Through Testing site that opened at 8 a.m. this morning at Keopuolani Park. It drew an estimated 300+ people who were already in line upon opening. Some who attended the testing tell us they waited in line for approximately two hours to get tested.
Hawai‘i Coronavirus Total Now 442: 7 New Cases, Maui Total is 57
As of noon on Thursday, April 9, 2020, there are 442 cases of COVID-19 identified in Hawaiʻi with 7 new cases. Maui County has 3 new cases for a total of 57 confirmed positive. Of the 57 cases in Maui County, at least 31 have been released from isolation, and 5 have required hospitalization.
Dr. Ben Thompson with Today’s Maui Health COVID-19 Update
Dr. Thompson spoke with KPOA’s Shane Kahalehau, discussing how families can talk to their children about the pandemic, avoid overexposure to information, and create learning experiences out of preparation and activities.
No Major Damage From Kīhei Flooding Earlier This Week
No major damage was reported from flooding in South Maui earlier this week. Heavy rains resulted in flooding in parts of Kīhei on Monday night and Tuesday morning.
300+ in Line at Start of Kahului Drive Through Clinic on Maui
Maui Mayor Michael Victorino provided an update after visiting the Kahului Drive Through Testing site that opened at 8 a.m. this morning at Keopuolani Park. During an interview with Shane Kahalehau of KPOA 93.5 FM, Mayor Victorino said that upon opening an estimated 300+ people were already in line.
Water Shut-Down in Parts of Wailuku on Tuesday, April 14
A portion of homes and businesses in the Wailuku area will have their water shut off from approximately 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The shut-down will affect all water services off of Church Street from Main Street to Vineyard Street. DWS customers along Church Street are encouraged to store water and adjust schedules as appropriate.
