Kaahumanu Ave Temporarily Closed Between Papa and Wakea Avenues
Both directions of Kaahumanu Avenue were closed between Papa Avenue and Wakea Avenue due to a motor vehicle accident. The closure was in effect from 10:00 PM on September 9 to 8:00 AM on September 10, 2026. Kaahumanu Avenue was shut down in both directions between Papa Avenue and Wakea Avenue. The closure was caused […]
Honoapiilani Highway Fully Closed Near Kaanapali Area
Honoapiilani Highway is shut down in both directions between Kekaa Drive and Canoe Beach near Mile Marker 23. No reopening time was specified in the notice. The closure affects both directions of Honoapiilani Highway, a primary route serving West Maui. The affected stretch runs between Kekaa Drive and the Canoe Beach area near Mile Marker […]
Magnitude 4.7 Earthquake Shakes Big Island, Minor Effects on Maui
A moderate 4.7 magnitude earthquake struck the Big Island with light to moderate shaking reported across multiple communities. Some areas experienced brief power outages but no major damage was reported. The earthquake caused light to moderate shaking across Big Island communities from Hilo to Kailua-Kona. Some residents in Holualoa lost power immediately after the shaking […]
Southwest Airlines Adds Pre-Clearance Option for Hawaii-Bound Travelers
Southwest Airlines now allows passengers flying to Hawaii from five California airports to verify their Hawaii Safe Travels compliance before departure, enabling them to bypass airport screening on arrival in Maui and Oahu. Travelers who upload a negative COVID-19 test, required travel info, and a health questionnaire can skip arrival screening at Kahului Airport (OGG). […]
Maui County Launching Online TAT Payment Portal in October 2026
Maui County will debut myMauiTAT, a new online portal for managing Transient Accommodations Tax accounts, in October 2026. The 3% MCTAT rate, filing requirements, and due dates are not changing. The myMauiTAT portal launches October 2026, allowing property owners to view balances, payment history, and correspond with the MCTAT Office online. Bank account (eCheck/ACH) payments […]
Hawaiian Airlines LAX-to-Maui Flight Canceled After Three Turnarounds
A Hawaiian Airlines flight carrying 207 passengers bound for Kahului Airport returned to LAX three times due to separate mechanical issues before being canceled. All passengers were rebooked, given hotel accommodations, meal vouchers, and a $100 flight credit. Hawaiian Airlines Flight 33 from Los Angeles to Kahului Airport (OGG) was canceled after three separate return-to-airport […]
Hawaiian Airlines LAX-to-Maui Flight Canceled After Three Turnarounds
A Hawaiian Airlines flight carrying 207 passengers bound for Kahului Airport returned to LAX three times due to separate mechanical issues before being canceled. All passengers were rebooked, given hotel accommodations, meal vouchers, and a $100 flight credit. Hawaiian Airlines Flight 33 from Los Angeles to Kahului (OGG) was canceled after returning to LAX three […]
Tropical Storm Warnings Issued for Maui and Hawaii County Ahead of Hurricane Olivia
Hurricane Olivia, a Category 1 storm, prompted tropical storm warnings for Maui and Hawaii counties in September 2018, with forecasters expecting impacts including strong winds, heavy rain, and flooding. Airlines waived change fees and cruise lines prepared for potential port closures. Tropical storm warnings were issued for Maui and Hawaii counties, with a tropical storm […]
Southwest Airlines Plans Hawaii Service, Including Maui’s Kahului Airport
Southwest Airlines announced plans to launch flights to four Hawaii airports, including Kahului (OGG) on Maui, though no launch dates or specific routes have been confirmed. The airline is still awaiting federal certification required for extended overwater flights. Southwest identified Kahului Airport on Maui as one of four initial Hawaii destinations. No launch dates or […]
Twin Storms Threaten Maui with Heavy Rain and Flooding Risk
Hurricane Iselle and Hurricane Julio are both heading toward Hawaii, with Iselle expected to bring tropical storm conditions to Maui Thursday night along with potentially life-threatening flash floods. Tropical storm conditions are possible for portions of Maui County Thursday night as Hurricane Iselle approaches. Heavy rains from Iselle could cause life-threatening flash floods and mudslides […]