Water Outages Hit East Maui and Upcountry Due to Emergency Repairs
Maui County reported two separate water service outages on June 4th affecting East Maui and Upcountry areas due to emergency mainline break repairs. The outages impacted a combined 75 residences across both locations. East Maui’s Honokalani Road area experienced a 3-hour water outage starting at 8:20 am due to emergency mainline break repairs The East […]
Major Construction Project at Waianapanapa State Park to Begin in July
Multiple sources have reported that a significant facility improvements project at Waianapanapa State Park in Hana will begin construction in July. The project will impact parking, access, and camping arrangements at the popular tourist destination through early 2027. Construction begins July 6 and includes a new comfort station near the eastern parking area and resurfacing […]
New College Program Trains Workers for Cesspool Conversion Mandate
Hawaii Community College and UH Maui College launched a certificate program to train workers for converting 83,000+ cesspools by 2050. Recent flooding highlighted the urgent need for skilled wastewater professionals. The one-year Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems Specialist Certificate prepares students for cesspool conversion careers. Hawaii must eliminate over 83,000 cesspools by 2050 under state mandate. […]
Construction Workforce Training Program Expands to Maui
A free six-week construction training program launched on Maui to prepare workers for carpentry, plumbing, HVAC, electrical and masonry jobs. The program aims to address industry labor shortages and help young people afford to stay in Hawaii. BIA Hawaii’s PACT program provides tuition-free construction training and recently graduated its first Maui cohort in April. Participants […]
Emergency Water Main Repair Cuts Service to Central Lahaina Area
A water main break on Wainee Street in Lahaina required emergency repairs, causing a 3-hour service outage affecting 12 residences and 30 hydrants. Water service was interrupted for approximately 3 hours starting at 10:10 am on June 2. The outage affected the Wainee Street area between Shaw Street and Lahainaluna Road. Emergency repairs addressed a […]
UH Maui College Launches Training Program for Cesspool Conversion Workers
Hawaii Community College and UH Maui College have created a new certificate program to train workers for cesspool conversions, addressing the state’s mandate to eliminate 83,000 cesspools by 2050. The one-year certificate program trains students to work with contractors on cesspool conversions and sustainable wastewater systems. Hawaii’s 2017 cesspool ban requires all 83,000 cesspools statewide […]
South Kihei Road Collapse Repair Expected to Last Through Fall
Crews are repairing a major sinkhole on South Kihei Road caused by March storms, with work not expected to finish until October. Local businesses are struggling with reduced access and hope for county financial assistance. Road collapse repair at South Kihei Road and Alanui Ke’ali’i won’t be completed until fall 2026. March storm damage affected […]
Monthly Emergency Siren Test Scheduled for June 1 at 11:45 AM
Hawaii will conduct its routine monthly emergency siren test on June 1 at 11:45 AM, with all outdoor warning sirens sounding a one-minute steady tone. Property owners should expect the test and know to follow official emergency channels if sirens sound outside of scheduled tests. All statewide outdoor warning sirens will sound a one-minute steady […]
County Seeks Public Feedback on June Monthly Emergency Siren Test
Maui County conducted its monthly emergency siren test on June 1st and is asking residents to report what they heard. The county issued alerts both before and after the test to encourage public participation in the feedback process. Monthly test of Hawaii All-Hazard Outdoor Warning Siren System occurred at 11:45 AM on June 1st Residents […]
Water Outages Planned for Molokai and Upcountry Maui Areas
Maui County has announced water service disruptions affecting multiple areas this week. Emergency repairs and scheduled maintenance will impact water service in Molokai and Upcountry Maui locations. Emergency water outage in Kamalo to Ualapue area of Molokai lasted approximately 6 hours starting 9:20 a.m. on June 1 due to mainline break repairs Scheduled maintenance will […]