Maui fire claims 25 acres, 80% contained

HONOLULU (KHON2) — A fire broke out on Kahekili Hwy near Makaala Drive at about 2:17 a.m. which has claimed 25 acres.

The fire is being labeled as a brush fire.

Crews including units, tankers and Air operatives were deployed to fight the fire.

Kahekili Highway was closed for a period of time.

Residents in the area were alerted by MEMA to voluntarily evacuate, especially if they were impacted by smoke.

American Red Cross set up a temporary site for evacuees at Keopuolani Park.

No injuries have been reported.

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The fire is 80% contained as of Thursday afternoon and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.