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Road in Ka‘ū reopens following brush fire; blaze 85% contained

Published August 21, 2023 • 9:10 AM HST
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The bottom of South Point Road, near Ka Lae Point, is now open.

The road was closed on Saturday after a brush fire broke out at about 2:30 p.m. As of this morning, approximately 135 acres was scorched 85% of the blaze was contained.

Hawai‘i Fire officials are asking people to stay out of the burn area as crews are still dealing with hot spots.

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