Maui News
Pedestrian Dies, Struck by Van in Kahului
A pedestrian suffered fatal injuries after being struck by a van while attempting to cross the highway in an unmarked crosswalk, police said.
Two Hospitalized Following Molokaʻi Home Fire
Two individuals were taken to the Molokaʻi General Hospital following a home fire on Kamiloloa Place in Kaunakakai on Saturday night, Sept. 19, 2015. Their condition was not available at last report.
VIDEO: Pāʻia Fire Crew Responds to Two Fires
Fire crews responded to two small fires in the Haʻikū area of East Maui on Saturday afternoon. Pāʻia firefighters first responded to a brush fire on Haʻikū Road at 12:56 p.m.
Maui Blowhole Video Prompts Reminder of Outdoor Risks
Recent drone video taken at the Nākālele Blowhole in West Maui has raised some questions about visitor safety to the area and prompted a friendly reminder for everyone to be alert in our natural surroundings.
Early Morning Structure Fire Burns Garage of Olowalu Home
A homeowner is safe after awaking early Friday morning to find a fire burning in the detached garage of their two-story Olowalu home.
Haleakalā Headquarters Visitor Center to Close for Two Months
The Headquarters Visitor Center at Haleakalā National Park will close for two months while repairs are made to the structure, roof and entrance.
Maui Seat Inspection Offered for National Child Passenger Safety Week
Parents and caregivers on Maui can learn how to correctly install their child safety seats at a free inspection to be held from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 19, 2015, at the Maui Marketplace in Kahului.
Maui Crime Log Sept. 6–12: Burglaries, Break-Ins, Thefts
Maui police responded to 14 burglaries, 45 vehicle break-ins and five vehicle thefts in Maui County over the seven-day period between Sunday, Sept. 6 and Saturday, Sept. 12, 2015.
Deadly Moped Crash Claims Life of Lahaina Man
A Maui man suffered fatal injuries in a moped crash on the Honoapiʻilani Highway on Thursday night. Maui police have since identified the man as…
Roadwork Planned from Huelo to Hāna Starting Sept. 21
The work is part of Phase 2A of the Hāna Highway Improvement Project and is slated to conclude in about six months on March 3, 2016.
Free Wi-Fi Concession Sought at Hawaiʻi Airports
The state Department of Transportation, Airports Division is soliciting proposals for a free Wi-Fi concession at Hawaiʻi’s major airports.
City and County of Honolulu Sued Over Homeless “Sweeps”
More than a dozen homeless and formerly homeless individuals joined in filing a class action lawsuit over Homeless sweeps conducted in Honolulu.
Search Underway for Missing Free Diver Near Big Island
The search is underway today for a missing free diver near the Big Island of Hawaiʻi. The search was launched early this morning (Thursday, Sept. 17, 2015) for the man in his 50s after two friends filed a report at 2:40 a.m.
Tsunami Advisory Cancelled: 2.2 Foot Wave Reported in Kahului
In Kahului on Maui a tsunami wave of 1.2 feet was reported at 3:53 a.m.; and a 2.2 foot wave was recorded at 4:35 a.m. according to preliminary data compiled by the Pacific Tsunami Warning Center. Wave activity was occurring in 18 to 22 minute intervals.
Flood Advisory for Parts of Maui Extended to 4 a.m.
NWS forecasters say radar images continued to show moderate rain with stream gauges showing elevated levels at Honokōhau, Waiheʻe and ʻĪao.
State Closes Coastal Areas to Assess Impacts of Tsunami Advisory
State managed coastal and low-lying areas will remain closed on Thursday morning until staff from the state Department of Land and Natural Resources is able to assess ocean conditions following a large earthquake in Chile on Wednesday afternoon.
Maui County Beach Parks Reopen, Tsunami Advisory Cancelled
UPDATE 7:45 a.m. 9/17/15: Maui County Beach Parks will reopen today at 8 a.m. This comes following the cancellation of the Tsunami Advisory at 7:33 a.m.
Major Tsunami Not Expected in Hawaii, Sea Level Changes Forecast
BASED ON ALL AVAILABLE DATA A MAJOR TSUNAMI IS NOT EXPECTED TO STRIKE THE STATE OF HAWAII. HOWEVER…SEA LEVEL CHANGES AND STRONG CURRENTS MAY OCCUR ALONG ALL COASTS THAT COULD BE A HAZARD TO SWIMMERS AND BOATERS AS WELL AS TO PERSONS NEAR THE SHORE AT BEACHES AND IN HARBORS AND MARINAS. THE THREAT MAY CONTINUE FOR SEVERAL HOURS AFTER THE INITIAL WAVE ARRIVAL.
BRIEF: Joint Police Exercise at Kīhei Charter School
Members of the Maui Police Department and Kīhei Charter School, will be participating in a one day, Joint Agency Emergency Preparedness Exercise today, Wednesday, Sept. 16, 2015.
Maui Paddle for a Cure Sets 2015 Fundraising Goal at $15,000
The second annual event features a two-mile paddle, a Stand Up Paddle clinic and an after party featuring entertainment and live music by Anuhea.
