Traffic Signal Testing in Kona

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The County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works Traffic Division will be energizing and testing the functionality of the new traffic signals at the Henry Street and Alahou Street intersection in Kona on Monday, Jan. 9, 2017.

Motorists are advised to drive with caution as the signals will be placed in flash mode for 24 hours (flashing yellow light on Henry Street and flashing red light on Alahou Street.

The traffic signals will be operational on Tuesday, Jan. 10, 2017.

Special off-duty police officers will be posted at the intersection to facilitate traffic movement during the working hours of 8 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., weather conditions permitting.

The County of Hawai‘i Department of Public Works apologizes for any inconvenience this may cause and thanks the community for their patience and understanding.

If there are any questions or concerns, call Information and Education Specialist Barett Otani at 961-8787.