Maui News
Lava on Puna Geothermal Property Has Not Impacted Wells
A lava flow crossed into the Puna Geothermal Venture property overnight but has not impacted any wells, according to scientists with the US Geological Survey.
Human Remains Discovered in Kahikinui, Namauu Charged With 2nd Degree Murder
Unidentified human remains were discovered in the Kahikinui area of Maui. Justin Namauu was charged with the offense(s) of Murder in the Second Degree, Kidnapping, Felon in Possession of a Firearm, and…
Rep. Hashimoto to Host Lawmakers Listen, May 29
State Representative Troy Hashimoto will host a Lawmakers Listen town hall meeting on Tuesday, May 29, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. at ʻĪao Intermediate School
Reminder: Park Gates are Locked Overnight, Vehicle Damaged in Attempt to Exit
A failed attempt by a motorist to exit ʻĪao Valley State Monument after park hours, serves as a reminder that the gates are closed and locked daily at 6 p.m.
Resort Guests Participate in Thoughtfully-Designed Ocean Adventures
The Westin Maui Resort & Spa has launched a new program that shares respect for the water and passion for the environment with travelers, while giving back to the local community.
Governor: “Air Quality is Safe in the Hawaiian Islands”
“Fortunately, when trade winds are blowing, the vog and ash routinely move in a southwesterly direction and out to sea away from the Hawaiian Islands.” – State Department of Health Director Dr. Virginia Pressler
Molten Lava Plus Vegetation Create “Methane Explosions”
As a lava flow enters grassland or forest, all the biomass in the flow’s path becomes available for one or both of two processes: combustion and/or pyrolysis.
Kapalua Earns Top Spot on Dr Beach 2018 List
Kapalua Bay is located on Maui’s West shoreline and is characterized by a crescent-shaped bay bounded by rocky anchors.
High Bacteria Count at Cove Park, Maui
The state Department of Health Clean Water Branch recorded an elevated level of enterococci at Maui’s Cove Park of 2005 per 100 mL, exceeding the threshold of 130 enterococci per 100 mL.
Top Maui Headlines: May 25, 2018
Maui police search for and arrest an alleged murder suspect, emergency crews respond to an ocean incident on Lana‘i and a tiger shark sighting prompts a beach closure. Those stories and more in our headline recap video.
All Counties Report Solid RevPAR and ADR Increases
Maui County hotels reported the highest RevPAR at $293 (+5.9%), with modest increases in ADR at $371 (+5.4%) and flat occupancy of 79% (+0.4 percentage points).
Veterans to be Honored With a Shower of Flowers at Makawao Veterans Cemetery
As part of this year’s Memorial Day Ceremony, Blue Hawaiian Helicopters will drop 10,000 rose petals over the veterans’ graves at Makawao Veterans Cemetery during the Shower of Flowers tribute.
Parking Limited at HNL Airport Over Memorial Day Weekend
The Hawaiʻi Department of Transportation Airports Division alerts travelers of limited parking spaces at the Daniel K. Inouye International Airport due to an increase of airport passengers over the Memorial Day weekend.
Maui Hospitals Transition Team Honored as State Team of the Year
This team of 10 attorneys worked to transfer the delivery of health care services for Maui Region facilities from Hawai‘i Health Systems Corporation to Kaiser Permanente-Maui Health Systems.
Methane Rises From Volcano Cracks Creating Blue Flames
Authorities say methane gas can seep into subsurface voids and explode when heated, or as shown in this video, emerge from cracks in the ground several feet away from the lava.
Ho‘okipa Snorkeling Death is Maui’s 20th Water Fatality in 2018
A 67-year-old Michigan woman was pulled unresponsive from waters off of Hoʻokipa Beach Park on Wednesday afternoon.
Governor to Declare National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week
On Friday, May 25 at 10:30 a.m., Gov. Ige and the Hawai‘i Department of Health will declare May 20 to 26 as Emergency Medical Services Week in Hawai‘i.
3-6 Tropical Cyclones Predicted in Central Pacific in 2018 Hurricane Season
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Central Pacific Hurricane Center is predicting a near- or above-normal 2018 hurricane season.
12-Foot Tiger Shark Sighting Prompts Temporary Closure of South Maui Shoreline
County of Maui Lifeguards at Mākena State Park closed the ocean waters to park users because of a 12-foot tiger shark seen swimming about 50-feet from shore.
UPDATE: Police Investigate Alleged Shooting in Kanaio, Suspect Arrested
Maui police launched an investigation on Tuesday afternoon following an alleged shooting reported at a home in the Kanaio area of East Maui.
