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Firework safety reminders ahead of July Fourth and wildland fire risk
Fireworks are illegal on Oahu while firecrackers are allowed with a permit. On the neighbor islands, sparklers and fountains can be set off during approved hours between 1 p.m. and 9 p.m. on July Fourth only. Violators may be fined up to $2,000, according to the Maui County Fire Department.
Suspension of electric service disconnection extended for Maui
Maui customers who are financially challenged by the wildfires do not have to worry about potential disconnection of their electric service. This suspension is in accordance with the extension of Governor Josh Green's emergency proclamation.
Maui officials highlight steps toward rebuilding as 1-year mark of deadly wildfire approaches
Nearly a year after wind-whipped flames raced through Kim Ball's Hawaiʻi community, the empty lot where his house once stood is a symbol of some of the progress being made toward rebuilding after the deadliest U.S. wildfire in more than a century. "Welcome to our neighborhood," Ball said Wednesday...
DOH reports six travel-related dengue cases in Hawaii
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawai‘i Department of Health has confirmed six travel-related dengue cases in the state, so far in 2024, as of Monday. There is one case on Maui and five cases on O’ahu. The individuals exposed to dengue acquired the virus from various locations around the world. Symptoms of dengue: According to DOH, […]
Therapy On The Beach: Program Targets Youth Mental Health Crisis On Maui With Mobile Counseling
Maui marriage and family therapist Tina Boteilho tells the story of a young girl who fell to pieces during an adolescent group counseling session for fire survivors when she was instructed to paint the Lahainaluna “L,” as a form of art therapy. It turns out that when the...
DOH urges preparedness for medical device users
HONOLULU (KHON2) — The Hawaii Department of Health’s Office of Public Health Preparedness is issuing a reminder to households reliant on electricity – and battery-powered medical devices to prepare for potential power outages, coinciding with the onset of the Pacific hurricane season and heightened wildfire safety measures.
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