#maui downed tree

Strong winds have downed a tree and traffic light on the intersection of Kula Highway and Old Haleakalā Highway near King Kekaulike High School, an area referred to as “five trees.”

A large tree fell in Kahului Saturday afternoon, blocking both lanes of Puunene Avenue. The incident was reported at 2 p.m. on Puunene Avenue between Wakea Avenue and West Kauai Street. Maui police closed the road while crews worked to remove the tree. The following series of photos was captured by our Maui Now readers.