Severe floodwater damage to infrastructure on South Kīhei Road has forced the extended closure of the road between Wailana and Kaonoulu streets through February. Resident-only traffic will be allowed.
Subpoenas have been served upon the Maui Emergency Management Agency, the County of Maui Department of Public Works, and the County of Maui Department of Water Supply. The timeline for the release of the Phase 1 findings is dependent on the Fire Safety Research Institute gaining access to all facts before completing Phase 1.
After two well pumps were repaired, the mandatory need to conserve water in South Maui has been lifted today, according to a County of Maui Department of Water Supply announcement. The department continues to encourage water conservation during drought.