Maui News
Hawai‘i Visitor Fined for Harassing Monk Seal and Turtle
A visitor to Hawaiʻi was fined $1,500 for harassing a monk seal and sea turtle on Kauaʻi and then posting videos with the protected marine species online.
Gov. Ige Approves New Rabies Quarantine Rules
Gov. David Ige recently signed new rules for the state’s rabies quarantine program, which prevents rabies from being introduced into Hawaiʻi.
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Maui Veteran’s Highway in Kīhei
Motorists traveling to or from South Maui at this hour are advised of a motor vehicle collision on the Maui Veterans Highway (former Mokulele Highway) near the junction of Piʻilani Highway and North Kīhei Road. The incident was reported at around 9:40 a.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 28, 2018. Motorists are advised to drive with caution and expect delays in the area.
Brown Water Advisory for East Maui and Hanaka‘ō‘ō, DT Fleming
A brown water advisory has been issued for East Maui and Hanakaʻōʻō Beach in West Maui following heavy rains on Monday, Aug. 27, 2018.
Department of Health Releases Tips for Dealing with Home Flooding
If your home has flood damage, check out these guidelines from the Hawai‘i Department of Health to help you know what to look out for and how to protect yourself and your family.
Habitat Maui Helping Fire, Flood Damaged Homes
Habitat for Humanity Maui is offering help to Hurricane and flood victims to repair or rebuild homes that were damaged in the recent West Maui fires and floods.
Thyne Named New Maui Fire Chief
The County of Maui Department of Fire and Public Safety Commission has selected David Thyne, a 30 year veteran of the department, as the new Maui Fire Chief.
Lingering Tropical Moisture from LANE Keeps Islands Wet Today
“Lingering deep tropical moisture associated with Lane will keep island weather cloudy and wet today,” according to the National Weather Service, which had issued a Flood Watch for the state in effect through this afternoon.
Conditions “Unprecedented” in Battling West Maui Fires During Hurricane Warning
Maui Fire crews battled to protect structures and gain control of the Kauaʻula/Puʻunoa fire in “conditions reported to be some of the most adverse the Maui Fire Department has faced in recent history.”
Heavy Flooding Over Parts of Maui: Local Area Report
Heavy flooding is being reported around Maui including parts of Makawao and Wailuku this afternoon.
Pocket Outages Restored, 12 Maui Customers Without Electricity
Maui Electric crews have restored most pocket outages in the Upcountry area on Maui last night, and are working to bring 12 remaining customers back online. Major repairs to damaged transmission lines in West Maui are also continuing this week.
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Arizona Sen. John McCain
“Sen. McCain was a rare and courageous American who was a true leader and public servant – in both times of war and peace. He always put country before politics. Hawai‘i sends its aloha and condolences to the McCain ‘ohana,” Gov. Ige said.
Governor Attends Hawaiʻi National Guard Deployment Ceremony
Governor David Ige attended a deployment ceremony for soldiers from the Hawaiʻi Army National Guard.
Maui Remains Strong Amid Storm and Fire Aftermath
Parts of Maui continue cleanup in the aftermath of former Hurricane Lane that dropped record rainfall over the islands and the devastating fires in West Maui.
Haleakalā National Park to Reopen Monday, Aug. 27
Haleakalā National Park will reopen on Monday August 27, 2018 following Hurricane Lane. The Summit District will reopen at 3 a.m. for sunrise reservation holders. Kīpahulu District will reopen at 7 a.m. All trails and the back country will be open. The National Park Service will resume issuance of back country camping and cabin permits […]
State Reopens Most Parks and Trails, Urges Caution
At noon today, DLNR Division of Forestry and Wildlife (DOFAW) reopened most lands under its jurisdiction to the public following the threat of Hurricane/Tropical Storm Lane. Although lands have been reopened, DLNR advises some caution and urges the public to report any hazards found on trails. DOFAW Administrator David Smith said, “Assessments of conditions and any […]
Kamehameha Schools Lane Update
Kamehameha Schools campuses, preschools, community education programs and offices will open on Monday, Aug. 27 with the exception of KS Hilo preschool. “Kamehameha Schools values the safety of its students, families and employees. Based on the current track of Tropical Storm Lane, and after assessing the conditions of each KS site, we will reopen ALL […]
Four Lahaina Schools on Maui Closed on Monday, Aug. 27
FOUR LAHAINA SCHOOLS CLOSED TO STUDENTS ON MONDAY, AUG 27 including Lahainaluna High; Lahaina Intermediate; King Kamehameha III and Princess Nahienaena Elem.
Large Maui Sinkhole: Storm Water Inundates Drainage
A large sinkhole formed on Puʻu Way in Haʻikū, Maui. The 4-6 foot corrugated metal pipes “failed either by collapse or by inundation of debris from upstream.”
Lane Rainfall Marks Third Highest Storm Total in US Since 1950
On Maui, the greatest rainfall totals were at West Wailuaiki (between Keʻanae and Nāhiku) in East Maui where more than 24 inches fell over four days, followed by Puʻu Kukui (Mauna Kahalawai) in the West Maui Mountains where nearly 15 inches were reported over the same period.
