Update: Temporary water shut-off postponed along Māmalahoa Highway

Updated July 18: Water shut-off that was scheduled for Tuesday night has been cancelled. No further information is available at this time.

Original post: Water will be temporarily turned off in the area along Māmalahoa Highway from Ha‘anio Road to Keauhou Transfer Station in North Kona on July 18 and 19 from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m. to complete a waterline connection for Kuakini Highway Drainage Improvements.

Upon resumption of water service, the waterlines will be flushed and cleaned during which time residents may notice turbid and/or discolored water. Trapped air in the plumbing may be noticeable and will be released as water is used initially.

Affected customers are reminded to take any and all precautions necessary to protect their property and facilities. They include disabling electrical power to pumps or any other devices whose normal operation may be dependent on water pressure and water supply and which might be harmed if automatically energized during the water shut-off.

For more information, call district supervisor Joshule Johnston at 808-322-0600.