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Title issues complicate Maui County’s planned purchase of 82 acres near Pa‘uwela Lighthouse
The land went on the market for $3.5 million last year, but the price recently dropped by $1 million.
XL swell brings 30-40 foot warning level surf to the Hawaiian Islands
A High Surf Warning is in effect for the north and west shores of Molokaʻi, Oʻahu, Kauaʻi and Niʻihau, the north shores of Maui, and the west facing shores of Hawaiʻi Island through 6 a.m. Saturday.
Erosion continues to impact homes along Oʻahu’s north shore
Debris from temporary shoreline hardening measures like sandbag seawalls currently litter the beach. One home along that stretch partially collapsed onto the beach and is actively being demolished, while a second is scheduled to be demolished soon. DLNR is concerned with the unpredictable situation, as more of the coastal dune beneath the residences is undermined. This will potentially place other neighboring homes in a similar predicament, according to department officials.
Meet Makana: First Hawaiian monk seal pup of 2024 born on Oʻahu
In an announcement from NOAA Fisheries, the first Hawaiian monk seal pup born on Oʻahu in 2024 has been spotted.
Large swell to peak today at 30 feet
The National Weather Service says a large west-northwest swell building down the island chain will peak today, then slowly ease tonight through Monday.
XL surf of 40 feet expected on north shore; High Surf Warning extended to Friday
Surf of up to 40 feet is expected along the north facing shores of Maui as an extra-large north-northwest swell builds quickly today.
Second XL swell to keep High Surf Warning posted until 6 a.m. Friday, Dec. 29
Surf is expected to be in the 20-30 foot range along the north facing shores, and up to 18-22 feet along affected west facing shores today. The swell will have a brief decline tonight, but a second extra-large NNW swell will fill in on Thursday, bringing surf as high as 35 feet to the north shores.
High Surf Warning for north facing shores of Maui
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning for the north and west facing shores of Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Oʻahu and Molokaʻi, and the north facing shores of Maui.
Regency Theatres Wharf Cinemas Lahaina presents ‘Water Wednesdays’
Regency Theatres Wharf Cinemas Lahaina presents “Water Wednesdays,” showcasing iconic ocean-themed films every Wednesday night through August.
Surf of 25-40 feet along north shore, High Surf Warning extended to 6 p.m.
Dangerously large breaking waves of 25 to 40 feet are forecast for the north and west facing shores of Niʻihau, Kauaʻi, Molokaʻi, and Oʻahu, and the north facing shores of Maui.
Theater features “Flashback Wednesdays”
The newly remodeled Regency Wharf Cinemas in Lahaina has announced “Flashback Wednesdays,” featuring pop cult culture movie classics for $8 a person.
Surf of 12-16 feet expected along north shores
Advisory level surf will occur on Kauaʻi this afternoon, on Oʻahu around sundown, and across Maui County this evening.
High Surf Warning: Molokaʻi north and west shores, and Maui North Shore
The National Weather Service has issued a High Surf Warning through Sunday afternoon for the north and west facing shores of Molokaʻi and the north facing shores of Maui in Maui County.
Brown Water Advisory for North Shore and West Maui Waters
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for the North shore from Maliko to Waiheʻe, and for West Maui from Honolua to Honokōwai.
Brown Water Advisory Issued for North Shore Maui from Waihe‘e to Ho‘okipa
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for the North shore area of Maui from Waiheʻe to Hoʻokipa. The Department of Health Clean Water Branch says heavy rain resulted in stormwater runoff entering into coastal waters.
Pipe Invitational Called ON on O‘ahu’s North Shore
The 32-surfer Pipe Invitational trials event, has been called ON at Pipeline on Oʻahu’s North Shore. The competition will determine the two wildcards into the Billabong Pipe Masters in Memory of Andy Irons
Flood Watch Cancelled, Large NW Swell on Maui’s North Shore
An incoming large northwest swell will boost surf along most north and west facing shores of the smaller islands, and the north facing shores of Maui.
Surf Warning Continued, 25-40 Feet and Dropping
West Maui parks from Papalaua to DT Fleming Beach Park will remain closed until a safety assessment has been completed. A high surf warning remains in effect.
Maui Brown Water Advisory: Waihe‘e to Ho‘okipa
A Brown Water Advisory has been issued for the North shore of Maui from Waiheʻe to Hoʻokipa.
Planning Commission Rejects Permit Recommendation for Pā‘ia Inn
The Maui Planning Commission on Tuesday voted 5-1 to reject recommendations from a hearings officer in a report regarding the Pāʻia Inn’s remanded application for a special use permit.
