Water will be temporarily turned off in the above area. Photo Courtesy: Department of Water Supply
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.
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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.
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