Flood Watch Active Statewide as Tropical Storm Norbert Moisture Moves Through
Remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert is bringing moderate to heavy showers to windward areas across all main Hawaiian Islands through late tonight. A Flood Watch remains in effect, with flash flooding possible on roads and in low-lying and urban areas. A Flood Watch is in effect through late tonight for all main Hawaiian […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Tonight
A Flood Watch remains in effect through late tonight across all main Hawaiian Islands as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert brings periods of moderate to heavy showers. Flash flooding, road closures, and property damage from rapid runoff are possible, especially in windward and urban areas. A Flood Watch is in effect through late […]
Flood Watch Active for All Hawaii Islands Through Thursday Night
A Flood Watch is in effect through late Thursday night as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert brings moderate to heavy showers across all main Hawaiian Islands. Flash flooding, road closures, and property damage from rapid runoff are possible. A Flood Watch is in effect for all main Hawaiian Islands through late Thursday night. […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Tonight
Remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert is bringing moderate to heavy showers to the Hawaiian Islands, with a Flood Watch in effect through late tonight. Flash flooding remains possible, with risk of road closures and property damage from rapid runoff. A Flood Watch is in effect through late tonight for all main Hawaiian Islands […]
Lahaina Shores Beach Resort Reopens Under Castle Resorts Management
Castle Resorts & Hotels has taken over operations of Lahaina Shores Beach Resort, reopening the beachfront property on Front Street as part of West Maui’s ongoing recovery. The reopening coincides with Front Street’s recent return to visitors. Lahaina Shores Beach Resort at 475 Front Street has reopened under new operator Castle Resorts & Hotels. The […]
Flood Watch in Effect for All Hawaiian Islands Through Thursday Night
A Flood Watch is in effect through late Thursday night as remnant moisture from former Tropical Storm Norbert moves across the Hawaiian Islands, bringing moderate to heavy showers and flash flood risk. Flood-prone roads, low-lying areas, and urban zones may see closures and property damage. A Flood Watch is in effect for all main Hawaiian […]
Hurricane Lowell Strips South Maui Beaches of Up to Half Their Sand
Hurricane Lowell’s storm surge and waves severely eroded beaches from North Kihei to Wailea, reducing sandy areas by 50% or more. Experts expect gradual sand recovery but warn that long-term sea level rise may prevent full restoration. South Maui beaches from North Kihei to Wailea lost up to half their normal sandy area due to […]
Hawaii Tests Artificial Reef to Shield Coastal Roads from Wave Damage
Hawaii researchers are deploying 60 large concrete structures off Oahu to grow a living reef that could reduce wave energy and protect vulnerable coastal highways. The experiment addresses a statewide problem: hundreds of miles of state roads face erosion and flooding with little room to be moved inland. The Kalaeloa Hybrid Reef Project places 60 […]
West Maui Youth Ocean Program Needs $18K After Hurricane Damage
Kahākūkahi Ocean Academy, a nonprofit serving Lahaina children since the 2023 wildfire, sustained storm damage to classrooms, solar equipment, and an outrigger canoe during Hurricanes Lala and Lowell. The organization is fundraising $18,000 to complete repairs before fall programs begin. Hurricanes Lala and Lowell damaged classrooms, a solar system, and an outrigger canoe at the […]
Maui Fire Dept Receives $29,500 Grant for Wildfire Equipment
Hawaiʻi Water Service awarded nearly $29,500 to Maui County’s fire department to purchase portable high-pressure pumps and thermal cameras for wildfire response. The funding comes from a new grant program and does not impact customer water rates. Maui County’s fire department will use the grant to acquire seven portable high-pressure pumps and seven thermal cameras […]