Water to be temporarily turned off in Makapala, North Kohala

Water will be temporarily turned off along Akoni Pule Highway between the 26.5- and 27.5-mile markers; Makapala Road; Kēōkea Park Road; Bus Stop Road; Poni Poni Place; and Old Railroad Road in Makapala, from 9 a.m. to noon on Jan. 11 to replace a valve and a fire hydrant.

Upon resumption of water service, the waterlines will be flushed and cleaned during which time affected customers may notice turbid and/or discolored water.

Affected customers may also notice trapped air in their plumbing which will be released as they initially use water.

Affected customers are asked to take any and all precautions necessary to protect the customers’ property and facilities including, but not limited to, disabling electrical power to pumps and/or any other devices whose normal operation may be dependent on water pressure and/or water supply, and which might be harmed if automatically energized during the water shut-off.

Those with questions may call William O’Neil or Darroll Naungayan, District Supervisor, at 808-887-3030.