#Water Safety

Gov. Josh Green, M.D., signed four measures into law on Thursday to strengthen Hawaiʻi’s public safety through the enactment of safety measures and protocols surrounding retention and detention ponds, as well as legislation that implements education and safeguards for pressing kūpuna issues. According to the governor, these bills reflect the state’s ongoing priorities to protect […]

In commemoration of Hawaiʻi Water Safety Day on May 14, Ocean Safety officers were recognized for their work in responding to 355 ocean rescues in Maui County last year. This included 245 rescues using watercraft, attending to 257 cases involving beachgoers in need of medical assistance, and 40 that required ambulance service. In 2024, Ocean […]

The Kihei Aquatic Center is listed as one of more than 175 sites around the world attempting to set a Guinness World Record by holding a simultaneous swimming lesson. The Kihei event will start at 4 a.m. on Thursday, June 3, 2010, with registration begining at 3 a.m. Participants of all ages are welcome, but […]