Partial Lane Closure of Hawai‘i Belt Road in Kalopa Extended

The partial lane closure of Hawai‘i Belt Road in Kalopa between mile marker 38 and 39 will continue overnight and through Thursday, Feb. 14.

Crews working on Akoni Pule Highway (Route 270) at mile marker 24, Feb. 13, 2019. PC: HDOT

One lane will be closed to traffic to allow crews to replace damaged transmission poles and lines that were downed by gusty winds and fallen trees on Sunday. Motorists are advised to drive with caution in the construction area and expect delays of up to 45 minutes.

On Tuesday and Wednesday, Feb. 12 and 13, crews replaced 12 poles and electric service was restored to the majority of affected customers in Honoka‘a, Kalopa State Park, Kukuihaele, and Waipio Valley. Customers in portions of Maunakea Ranch and Waipunahina remain without service. In some remote areas, restoration efforts have been hindered by heavy rain, mud, uneven terrain and fallen trees.

Always assume that downed power lines are energized and dangerous. Stay at least 30 feet away and report it to the Trouble Desk at (808) 969-6666

Outage notifications are posted on the company’s Twitter account @HIElectricLight with the hashtag #BigIslandOutage. To report an outage, call (808) 969-6666.