Repairs to the sinkhole near Kamaole Beach Park II on South Kihei Road will take until fall due to complex underground damage from March storms. All area businesses and residences remain accessible despite ongoing construction.
- The sinkhole was caused by record rainfall from March kona low storms that overwhelmed the drainage system.
- Repairs require custom engineering designs and must meet federal funding and permitting requirements.
- Multiple underground infrastructure systems were damaged, causing significant undermining beneath the roadway.
- County officials confirm all businesses and residences in the area remain accessible during construction.
- The Office of Economic Development is coordinating support programs for businesses affected by the road damage.
Source: Maui News
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