H.A. Baldwin Park to See Phased Closures This Summer for Dune Restoration
Sections of H.A. Baldwin Park in Pā’ia will close in phases from late July through September for dune restoration work led by UH Sea Grant and county partners. Beach access is maintained overall, but visitors should expect restricted areas and follow posted signage. Phased partial closures run July 27 through mid-September, with a final phase […]
Maui Road Work Causes Lane Closures on Key Routes Through July 10
The Hawaii DOT has scheduled multiple lane closures across Maui through July 10, 2026, affecting Honoapiʻilani Highway and other major routes. Several Lahaina-area closures are 24/7 due to ongoing drain line and catch basin replacement work. Honoapiʻilani Highway (Route 30) sees the heaviest impact, with closures stretching from Wailuku through Lahaina for projects including tree […]
Hana Highway Closed Weekdays Near Mile Marker 38 for 5-Month Rockfall Project
A rockfall netting replacement project at Kālepa Point will close Hana Highway between mile markers 38 and 39 on weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for approximately five months. The road remains open during non-working hours and to emergency vehicles. Hana Highway is closed to through traffic between mile markers 38 and 39 on […]
Traffic Accident Closes Waiale Road and Kuikahi Drive Intersection
The intersection of Waiale Road and Kuikahi Drive is currently closed due to a motor vehicle accident. A motor vehicle accident has forced closure of the Waiale Road and Kuikahi Drive intersection. No timeline provided for when the intersection will reopen to traffic. Property owners should plan alternate routes if accessing rentals in the area. […]
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 […]
Kaupakalua Road Shut Down Due to Fallen Power Lines and Trees
Kaupakalua Road is closed between 5 Corners and Maluaina due to downed power lines and trees blocking the roadway. Road closure affects the section of Kaupakalua Road between 5 Corners and Maluaina. Closure caused by downed power lines and fallen trees on the roadway. No timeline provided for when the road will reopen. Property owners […]
March Storm Damage Leaves Multiple Road Sinkholes Awaiting Costly Repairs
Maui County is still working to repair numerous sinkholes and road collapses from March storms, with costs and timelines uncertain as officials seek federal emergency funding. Some repairs, including a 150-foot section of South Kīhei Road, are expected to take several months. A 150-foot collapsed section of South Kīhei Road near Kama’ole Beach Park II […]
Multiple Road Closures Planned Across Kaua’i May 17-22 for Maintenance
HDOT has scheduled 19 lane closures on Kaua’i state highways during May 17-22 for striping, paving, and maintenance work. Work includes projects on major routes like Highway 56/560 from Līhu’e to Hanalei with alternating traffic patterns. Highway 50 will have single lane closures between Kīpū and ʻŌmaʻo from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. for rumble […]
Kuihelani Highway Fatal Crash Marks Second Traffic Death This Year
A 27-year-old Kahului man died after his car collided with a bus on Kuihelani Highway near East Waiko Road early Thursday morning. This is Maui County’s second traffic fatality of 2026, down from nine at the same time last year. Fatal collision occurred at 6:06 a.m. on Kuihelani Highway near East Waiko Road intersection. A […]