Strong Wind Advisory Extended for Maui Through Saturday Morning
Multiple news sources report that a Wind Advisory remains in effect for parts of Maui County and the Big Island, with trade winds producing gusts up to 50 mph. Hawaiian Electric is monitoring conditions and may implement power shutoffs in high wildfire risk areas. Wind Advisory extended until 6 a.m. Saturday for Central Valley, West […]
Maui Ocean Center Highlighted as Major Educational Tourist Attraction
Multiple news sources have featured the Maui Ocean Center, Hawaii’s largest aquarium, as a significant tourist destination that educates visitors about local marine life and Hawaiian history. The coverage emphasizes the facility’s role in ocean conservation education and its unique attractions for travelers visiting Maui. Maui Ocean Center is Hawaii’s largest aquarium, operating since 1998 […]
State Urges Property Owners to Update Insurance Before June Hurricane Season
Hawaii’s Insurance Division recommends property owners review and update their insurance policies before hurricane season begins June 1, as El Niño conditions may increase storm activity. Standard homeowners policies typically don’t cover hurricane or flood damage. Hurricane season begins June 1 with El Niño conditions potentially increasing Central Pacific storm activity. Standard homeowners and renters […]
Maui Resident Loses $600 to Storm Repair Scammer, Others Warned
A Kihei woman was conned out of $600 by a fraudulent contractor who advertised storm repair services on Nextdoor then disappeared. Local nonprofits report similar scams are common and urge residents to only work with trusted organizations. A 67-year-old Kihei resident paid $600 upfront to a contractor she found on Nextdoor who then vanished without […]
Maui Brewing Launches New Light Lager, Partners with Hawaiian Airlines
Maui Brewing Company has released a new light lager beer and will serve it on all Hawaiian Airlines flights starting in April. The company is hosting a launch party at their Kihei taproom on April 10. Maui Brewing’s new light lager will be served on all Hawaiian Airlines flights beginning in early April. The company […]
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 […]
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 […]