Hawaiian Electric is watching West Maui, ʻŌmaʻopio, Pūlehu, and Māʻalaea for potential Public Safety Power Shutoffs as strong winds persist through early Sunday. No shutoffs had been initiated as of Saturday evening, but conditions could change at any time.
- A wind advisory is in effect for most of Hawaiʻi through 6 a.m. Sunday, prompting wildfire risk monitoring.
- West Maui, ʻŌmaʻopio, Pūlehu, and Māʻalaea are among the communities flagged for potential power shutoffs.
- Hawaiian Electric may cut power proactively when sustained winds hit 45+ mph, humidity drops below 45%, and drought conditions persist.
- If shutoffs occur, outages could last several hours to multiple days depending on location and damage.
- Property owners and guests should monitor Hawaiian Electric’s website, app, and social channels for real-time updates.
Source: Yahoo
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