Maui News
Michigan Man Arrested for Alleged Quarantine Violation, Agrees to Leave Maui
A Michigan man is the latest individual to be arrested on Maui for alleged violation of rules and orders related to the state’s travel quarantine.
Coalition Petitions Federal Government to Ban “Coral-Killing Chemicals” in Sunscreens
A coalition of 60 community leaders, conservation organizations, businesses, elected officials and academics has petitioned the federal government to ban three chemicals from sunscreens and other personal care products. The petition cites scientific studies on the dangers to Hawai‘i’s coral reefs and coastal ecosystems posed by oxybenzone, octinoxate and octocrylene.
On-Site Oxygen Generator Installed and Tested on Maui, to Supplement Demand
Maui received an on-site Oxygen Generator last week and was able to install and test the unit successfully this week, according to Maui Health.
Hawaiʻi SMART Health Card Launches Sept 10 for Vaccination Status Verification
State officials unveiled the new Hawaiʻi SMART Health Card, which launches on Sept. 10, 2021. The voluntary program enables individuals who received their COVID-19 vaccinations in Hawaiʻi to create a state-issued digital card that may be used to confirm their vaccination status to businesses and venues that require it.
HIDOE: 89% of Salaried Employees at Schools are Fully or Partially Vaccinated
On Maui, 84% (1,514 of 1,797) of salaried employees at the Baldwin-Kekaulike-Maui Complex Area are fully or partially vaccinated against COVID-19. And at the Hāna-Lahainaluna-Lāna‘i-Moloka‘i Complex Area, 75% (530 of 702) of salaried employees are fully or partially vaccinated against COVID-19.
More Fish-Luring FADs Are Adrift, Causing Navigation/Wildlife Issues in Hawai’i Waters
Hawai‘i has been experiencing an uptick in foreign and domestic fish aggregating devices, or “FADs”, that are adrift in nearshore waters or washing up along the coast, creating navigation hazards and entanglement of marine mammals, birds and turtles.
Hawaiian Airlines to Resume American Samoa Service After 17 Month Pause
Hawaiian Airlines is reconnecting Honolulu and American Samoa by resuming nonstop flights to the location next week. Hawaiian, which suspended its twice-weekly HNL-PPG service at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in March 2020, will be offering two flights per month starting on Monday, Sept. 13, through Dec. 20.
Sept. 8, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 380 New Cases in Hawai‘i
There were 380 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Wednesday, including 54 on Maui.
September is Big Brothers Big Sisters Month in Maui County
Maui County Mayor Mike Victorino, along with Hawaiʻi Gov. David Ige, Honolulu Mayor Rick Blangiardi and Kaua’i Mayor Derek Kawakami, proclaimed September as Big Brothers Big Sisters Month in Hawai‘i.
BREAKING: Maui “Safer Outside” Rules Includes Vaccine Guidelines at Eateries
County officials are calling Maui’s new set of rules “Safer Outside.” It includes the previously announced vaccine guidelines for eateries, and newly announced reduction in capacity for commercial recreational boating, ground transportation, and commercial tour operators. There will also be no spectators at indoor or outdoor sporting events.
DOH Updates: Today’s COVID Count, Pediatric Cases, Mu Variant, and Boosters
Hawaiʻi State Epidemiologist Dr. Sarah Kemble answered media questions on Tuesday afternoon about today’s COVID-19 count, pediatric and breakthrough cases, the mu variant and booster shots. During a brief Zoom update, state health officials provided some updates on what we’re seeing now and what we can expect in the weeks ahead.
No Tsunami Threat After 7+ Mexico Quake
There is NO tsunami threat to Hawaiʻi following a preliminary magnitude 7.4 earthquake reported at 3:48 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 7, 2021 in Guerrero Mexico.
Hawaiʻi Hospitality Industry Sponsors Certificate Program for HS Students
Hawaiʻi high school students can receive credentials from a nationally renowned hospitality program this year for free due to new sponsorships from hospitality industry leaders.
Wailuku Fire Burns 17 Acres, Now 100% Contained, Results in Piʻihana Evacuations
A brush fire in the Piʻihana Road area that began on Tuesday afternoon, has burned 17 acres, and was declared 100% contained by 6:17 p.m.
Department of Health Issues Red Placard to Nikki’s Pizza in Kā‘anapali, Maui
The Hawai‘i Department of Health issued a red “Closed” placard to Nikki’s Pizza, located at 2435 Kāʻanapali Parkway, Unit #H-19, in west Maui for what inspectors are calling a “severe pest infestation.”
Executive Order Addresses the Rationing Care if Needed During COVID-19 Response
Governor David Ige signed Executive Order No.21-06 on Sept. 1, which effectively sets a framework for what actions would have to be taken to ration care, and provides protections from civil liability for death or injury caused by omission of care, should hospitals become overwhelmed during COVID-19 response.
Elderly Puna Woman Succumbs to Dog Attack Injuries
The 85-year-old Puna woman who was attacked by multiple dogs on Saturday, Aug. 14, 2021, in Kea’au, succumbed to her injuries on Sunday, Sept. 5, Hawaiʻi Island police report.
New South Maui & Pāʻia-Haʻikū Advisory Committees Seeking Members
The deadline to apply for seats on the new South Maui and Pāʻia-Haʻikū advisory committees — now including two alternates for each body — has been extended to Sept. 30.
Maui Police Make 21 Arrests for Impaired Driving Over Labor Day Weekend
Police made a total of 21 impaired driving arrests, including one arrest for habitually operating a vehicle while under the influence.Police also towed 21 vehicles as part of a tow ordinance that allows police to do so as a condition of DUI arrests.
Sept. 7, 2021 COVID-19 Update: 499 New Cases in Hawai‘i
There were 499 additional COVID-19 cases in Hawai‘i on Tuesday. Statewide, there are 443 people hospitalized with COVID-19.
