Maui News
Red Cross Response to Tropical Storm Olivia
All Red Cross-supported County emergency evacuation shelters have been closed. In the coming days, Red Cross volunteers will be assessing damages in the hardest hit areas on Maui and Oʻahu and providing emergency assistance. Below is a list of tips from the Red Cross for Evacuees Returning to their homes after a storm: 1. After […]
UH Researchers Aim to Improve Pacific Island Weather Forecasts
University of Hawaiʻi Mānoa professor H. Annamalai is leading a project to improve weather forecasts for US-affiliated Pacific Islands like the state of Hawaiʻi. The project is overseen by the International Pacific Research Center (IPRC) at UH Mānoa and received a $508,000 grant from the NOAA Research Modeling, Analysis, Predictions and Projections (MAPP) Program. During […]
Maui Motorcycle Accident Claims Life of Haʻikū Man
The operator of the motorcycle has since been identified, following the notification of next of kin, as David T. Garrett, 56, of Haʻikū. Police say he died at the scene.
Hāna Man Critically Injured in East Maui Crash
A 24-year-old Hāna man, sustained critical life-threatening injuries in a crash on the Hāna Highway at 9:50 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 11, 2018.
Hirono Introduces Bill to Protect Programs for Homeless Veterans
Senator Mazie K. Hirono and Arkansas Senator John Boozman introduced a bill to renew several federal homeless veteran programs for the next fiscal year through 2020. The bill, known as the Keeping Our Commitment to Ending Veteran Homelessness Act of 2018, would renew seven US Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) and US Department of Labor […]
DOE to Provide More Than $7.5 Million for Native Hawaiian Education
US Senator Brian Schatz recently announced that the Department of Education (DOE) will award Hawai‘i over $7.5 million for Native Hawaiian education programs. “Over the past few decades, the Native Hawaiian community has developed innovative ways to revitalize the Hawaiian language and integrate culture with education,” Senator Schatz said. “This investment will give us more […]
JAL to Celebrate Anniversary of Restarted Tokyo-Kona Service
Japan Airlines first started serving the island of Hawai‘i in 1996. The service was suspended in 2010 due to economic factors and restarted one year ago.
Mullet Hatchery Provides New Insight at Ancient Hawaiian Fishponds
Nearly a millenium ago, ancient Hawaiians developed the fishponds as a kind of natural refrigerator to trap and store mullet and other herbivorous fish, harvesting them when needed.
USDA Urged to Release Funds to Hawai‘i Farmers Affected by Natural Disasters
The Hawaiʻi Congressional Delegation urged the US Department of Agriculture to utilize its existing authority to provide direct assistance to Hawaiʻi farmers affected by recent natural disasters.
Governor Ige Joins Climate Summit
Gov. Ige is joining fellow dignitaries for a series of discussions and press events on climate action, including efforts to reduce emissions.
Hawaiian Airlines to Fly Nonstop to Boston Logan
Hawaiian Airlines will fly nonstop to Boston Logan International Airport in Massachusetts, starting in April.
Power Restored on Moloka‘i’s East End and in Kaluakoi
Power has been restored to the remaining 700 customers on the East End of Molokaʻi and Kaluakoi affected by storm impacts from Tropical Storm Olivia.
Hundreds on Moloka’i Face Extended Power Outage
Maui Electric crews are currently working to restore 300 customers in the Kaluakoi area of Moloka‘i this evening (Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018) after gusty winds and heavy rains from Tropical Storm Olivia left them without power on Wednesday.
O‘AHU: Spillway at Nu‘uanu Dam Nears Capacity From Olivia Rains
The Nuʻuanu Dam #1 on Oʻahu is about a 1.5 feet below the spillway due to the amount of rain brought on by former Tropical Storm Olivia. Approximately 10,000 residents would be affected if evacuations are deemed necessary.
West Maui Lawmakers Host Meeting for Farmers Affected by Fires, Floods
An informational outreach event will be held for farmers impacted by the recent series of wild fires in West Maui due to Lane and the flooding incurred by Olivia.
700 Without Power on Moloka‘i; 6 on Maui
Maui Electric crews are continuing restoration efforts on Moloka‘i today to bring approximately 700 customers on the East End and Kaluakoi area back online.
Nationwide Test of EAS and Wireless Emergency Alert
The Federal Emergency Management Agency in coordination with the Federal Communications Commission will conduct a nationwide test of the Emergency Alert System and Wireless Emergency Alert on September 20, 2018 (primary date) or October 3, 2018 (secondary date).
Maui Under Flood Watch Through Tonight
The Island of Maui is under a Flood Advisory until noon on Thursday, Sept. 13, 2018.
Rep. Gabbard Passes Bipartisan Bill to Increase Access to Public Lands
Rep. Tulsi Gabbard today voted to pass bipartisan legislation that expands opportunities for children in Hawai‘i and across the country to access and enjoy public lands.
Tourism Industry Strategic Plan Goes into Effect
Maui’s 10-year Tourism Industry Strategic Plan, developed by the Mayor’s Office of Economic Development in partnership with the Maui Visitors Bureau will go into effect.
