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Strong Thunderstorm Moves NE from Hāna to Maliko

At 12:39 p.m., HST, Doppler radar indicated a strong thunderstorm capable of producing waterspouts and winds of 34 knots or greater. The storm was located 28 NM northeast of Maliko Boat Ramp and was moving north at 20 knots.

Maui, Kauai, to Benefit from $17M in Federal Storm Relief

A $17 million federal grant will help the state repair roads and highways damaged by heavy rain, floods, and landslides on Maui and Kauai in late February and early March last year.

State Roadwork on Maui for August 4-10, 2012

State crews continue road maintenance and repair projects across the island of Maui this week. The following are some key projects on tap for the week of August 4 to 10, 2012.

Uakea Road Now Open Following Hana Storm

Uakea Road in East Maui is now open following a severe storm in March that washed out the rural road on the approach to Hana Town.

Storm Damaged Hana Highway Repairs Begin

Repairs will begin on Monday, July 16, 2012, and will include work along the Hana Highway at mileposts 10.4, 14, and 16.

Maui Public Assistance Briefing Planned For March Storm

A presidential disaster declaration following a severe storm in March, made funding available to certain private, nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis in Maui County.

Uakea Road and Honoapiilani Included in $37.5M Improvements Fund

The funds include $2 million for improvements to the Hana Highway between Uakea Road and Keawa Place that was damaged in the March 2012 storm.

Disaster Assistance Now Available For Private, Nonprofits in Maui

Low-interest disaster loans are now available to certain private, nonprofit organizations in Maui County following the severe storms, flooding, and landslides that occurred from March 3-11, 2012.

President Declares Disaster for Hawaii’s March Storm

The funding specifically covers emergency work and repair or replacement of facilities damaged by the severe storms, flooding, and landslides in Kauai County. Federal funding is also available on a cost-sharing basis for hazard mitigation measures statewide.

VIDEO: Hanawana After the Storm, Pedestrians Brave Broken Bridge

Two weeks after heavy rains undermined the Hanawana Bridge in East Maui, residents cut off by the partial collapse are nervous about ongoing erosion, but thankful that repairs have been expedited and are set to start next week.

Governor Signs Supplemental Disaster Proclamation for Maui

Earlier this month heavy rain, high winds and flooding were reported across the island chain resulting in damage to roads and property in the East Maui areas of Hana and Hanawana on Maui.

“Priority” Given to Storm Damaged Hanawana Bridge

Work begins on Tuesday, March 27, to clear the area and begin assessment for repairs.

Hanawana Community Cut Off Following March Rains

Heavy rains in East Maui earlier this month undermined the Hanawana Bridge, cutting off transit for an estimated 40 residents since March 9.

Hana Residents Asked to Report Storm Damage

The state needs an accurate account of disaster damage to determine whether or not the Hawai’i meets criteria thresholds for supplemental federal disaster assistance.