Civil Defense: The National Weather Service Hurricane has cancelled the Tropical Storm Warning for the Island of Hawaii. Storm conditions have subsided and weather conditions are improving. The effects or impact of Hurricane Iselle have resulted in numerous fallen trees and downed power lines in various communities. This has presented with extensive power outages and hazardous road conditions. Presently the following highways remain closed due to fallen trees, flooding, and debris: Highway 11 or the Volcano Highway, in the areas of the 55 and 63 mile markers; and Highway 132 or the Pahoa Kapoho Road near the Nanawale Estates Subdivision. In addition, many of the subdivisions in the lower Puna area including Hawaiian Paradise Park, Hawaiian Beaches, Kapoho, Opihikao, Pohoiki, and Kalapana have sustained extensive tree toppling as a result of the high winds and presenting with limited access and egress. Department of Public Works crews and HELCO crews are working to clear roadways and to restore power to affected areas. It is unknown when all power will be restored and all roadways will be reopened. Residents are advised to drive with caution as crews are working on and along many roadways. To aid with food preservation and weather or rain protection an ice and tarp pick up site will be operated from 6:00PM to 8:00PM tonight at the Pahoa Fire Station located on Highway 130. Residents wishing to pick up ice to are asked to bring a container and the ice is to be used for essential food preservation only. Supplies will be limited however additional ice and tarp pickups and points of distribution will be established shortly.
Posted on: Sat, 09 Aug 2014 04:34:23 +0000
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