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Preliminary data shows impacts of wildfire on Lahaina coastal waters
Preliminary data on coastal water quality monitoring in West Maui was presented Wednesday at a public speaker series featuring Andrea Kealoha, Ph.D., an assistant professor of Oceanography at the University of Hawaiʻi at Mānoa.
Department of Health: Maui air monitoring in November shows good quality in wildfire-impacted areas
Air sampling and testing will continue throughout fire debris removal to ensure the work does not significantly impact the air quality of Lahaina or Kula.
Preliminary ash samples from Kula fire show high levels of toxic substances; same expected in Lahaina
Preliminary, unvalidated data from ash sampling received late Friday night shows very high levels of arsenic, and elevated levels of lead and cobalt, in wildfire ash collected in Kula — and ash in the Lahaina burn zone is expected to have a similar profile, the Hawaiʻi State Department of Health announced on Sunday.
Health Dept. reports that preliminary Maui air monitoring shows good air quality
The data available have not yet been validated. As contaminants are present in dust and ash, proper precautions should be taken when in the impacted area to avoid exposure.
LEAD Homeless Program Expands to Big Island After Success on Maui and O‘ahu
Maui’s LEAD program began in May and its participants are already showing positive results, according to program coordinators. Kauaʻi LEAD just recently launched as well.
LEAD Homeless Program Logs First Success Story on Maui
The program helped former inmate Susan Capobianco get off the street, back on her feet, away from substance abuse, and regain custody of her teenage children. She’s now planning a big move to the mainland.
Soil Contamination Issues at 18 Schools on Hawai‘i Island
State agencies collaborate to resolve soil contamination issues at 18 schools on Hawai‘i Island and build awareness to prevent exposure.
Legislature Provides $50 Million to Address Homelessness
The conference committee on Housing passed two bills totaling $34.7 million to fund ‘Ohana Zones and support medical services for homeless populations statewide
BYU declares football independence
Hawaii’s athletics future was put in jeopardy when BYU’s decided to go independent in football and join the West Coast Conference in other sports.
Iao Valley State Park closed August 31 and September 1 for painting
The state Department of Land and Natural Resources (DLNR) will close ‘Iao Valley State Park on Tuesday, August 31 and Wednesday, September 1 while it is painting railings along the main walkways and bridge that lead to the garden area, lookout shelter and stream trail. State officials say the park closure is needed to ensure […]
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens Kapa Making Demonstration August 21
Maui Nui Botanical Gardens will host a free kapa making demonstration lead by The Kapa Hui on Saturday, August 21st from 10am-1pm. Traditional Hawaiian methods of preparing, dyeing and decorating kapa, or bark cloth, will be presented. This is the first of many free cultural demonstrations hosted by Maui Nui Botanical Gardens, located at 150 […]
