Maui News

As of noon on Tuesday, April 7, 2020, there are 410 cases of COVID-19 identified in Hawaiʻi with 23 new cases. Maui has 4 new cases for a total of 48 confirmed positive. Of the 48 cases on Maui, at least 14 have been released from isolation, and five have required hospitalization. Maui reported its first COVID-19 related death on Monday, April 6, of an adult male over the age of 65 with underlying health conditions and exposure to travelers.

Diegel spoke with KPOA’s Shane Kahalehau, discussing how residents with no health insurance can get treatment, how Maui Health is preparing for a potential surge of COVID-19 patients, coordination efforts with the County of Maui, alternative care mobilization efforts, MEDB’s efforts to produce bridge ventilators on island, and how the community can help.

During this morning’s interview, the Mayor Victorino discussed details of a food distribution effort in Central and South Maui planned for 10 a.m. on Thursday, April 9, 2020. The effort will involve the distribution of about 1,000 bags of produce to residents in need.

A detour traffic pattern on Honoapiʻilani Highway between Kūihelani Highway and Waikō Road in Waikapū begins Wednesday, April 8. Northbound traffic will be detoured to Kūihelani Highway during work hours, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Southbound traffic will remain on Honoapiʻilani Highway.

Moloka’i High’s Grab-and-Go school meal service restarts today, April 7, to provide breakfast and lunch for children 18 and younger. The Department of Education also added Grab-and-Go meal service to Kilohana Elementary on Monday, April 6; and will add service at ʻĪao Intermediate School on Maui on Wednesday, April 8, 2020.

The Maui Bus is suspending four fixed bus routes beginning Monday, April 13, 2020, because of substantial decreases in passengers caused by the COVID-19 crisis.

Restrooms at Kalama Park, Pukalani Park and Lower Pāʻia Park will open starting Wednesday, April 8, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily, and will be cleaned four times per day. 

Maui police responded to 10 burglaries, 9 vehicle thefts and 2 vehicle break-ins in Maui County over a seven day period from March 29 to April 4, 2020.

About 500 test kits will be provided for the drive-through testing, which will be held at the Mitchell Pauʻole Community Center on Molokaʻi on Tuesday, April 7, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Maui Mayor Michael Victorino says the next two weeks are pivotal as the county works to combat the impacts of COVID-19 in the community.

Hawaiʻi Governor David Ige provided his latest update on Monday afternoon at 2:30 p.m., as Maui reported its first COVID-19 death, the fifth for Hawaiʻi.  As of noon on Monday, April 6, 2020, there are 387 cases of COVID-19 identified in Hawaiʻi with 16 new cases.

Responding to a lawsuit from environmental groups, the Trump administration has ordered Hawaiʻi officials to examine the impact of plastic pollution on its waters, beaches and wildlife.

Maui police arrested six individuals and issued a total of 101 citations over the past seven days for violations related COVID-19 enforcement efforts. Of the Maui citations issued, the majority were in Kīhei and Lahaina where complaints had been made of people congregating at the beach and in public places. 

Pacific Media Group today announced that it has created a $2 Million Marketing Fund to be granted to Hawaiʻi businesses to assist with messaging to consumers across the state. Pacific Media Group designed this program to help local businesses connect with consumers looking for goods and services during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Air arrivals to Maui totaled 63 on Sunday with four flights arriving from out-of-state. This included 16 crew members, 32 residents and 15 visitors.

Maui reported its first COVID-19 related death today, and has one new case for a total of 44 confirmed positive. Of the 44 cases on Maui, at least 11 have been released from isolation, and four have required hospitalization.

College-bound seniors graduating this year from Maui High School and King Kekaulike High School who have completed their respective school’s AVID (Advancement Via Individual Determination) program will each receive a one-time, $2,500 grant, to help with college expenses.

The Hawaii Department of Health has confirmed the first COVID-19 related death in Maui County, Mayor Michael Victorino announced this morning. “My heart is heavy with this tragic news,” Mayor Victorino said. “Mrs. Victorino and I offer our deepest condolences to this individual’s family and know that our community will also offer support and love during this difficult time.”

Maui Mayor Michael Victorino says the next two weeks are pivotal as the county works to combat the impacts of COVID-19 in the community.  He speaks with Kawika-Veeka of HI92 FM Maui during a morning interview on Monday, April 6.  Mayor Victorino discusses greater enforcement if compliance proves to be a challenge.

A new radio feature launched last week featuring executives and doctors with Maui Health who are providing updates and answering questions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Today’s guest is Mike Rembis, Chief Executive Officer, Maui Health.