Traffic
UPDATE: Hawai‘i Police Department reports Daniel K. Inouye Highway open to all traffic
The roadway was previously closed earlier during the night of Dec. 24 near the 14-mile marker because of a traffic crash.
17 motorists arrested for DUI during week of Dec. 8-14 on Big Island
Six of the drivers arrested for impaired driving during the week were involved in traffic crashes; five were younger than 21 years old.
UPDATE: ʻAʻama Street in Hawaiian Beaches again open following completion of police activity
Hawai’i Police Department thanks the public for its cooperation while the street was closed, which began at about 9 p.m. Friday.
UPDATE: Nānāwale Boulevard in Pāhoa again open to all traffic
The area between the intersections of Kēhau Road and Center Lane was previously closed because of a structure fire.
Detour in effect on Kawaihae Road for utility repairs following traffic collision
The Hawaiʻi Police Department advises motorists to use a detour on South Kohala as utility pole repairs continue following a recent collision.
12 lane closures scheduled during week of Dec. 13-19 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
Road closures necessary for Hawaiian Electric to replace utility poles around Big Island
Motorists should plan for possible traffic delays and drive with caution when approaching the work zones; flagmen will also be at each site to provide traffic control.
11 motorists arrested for DUI during week of Nov. 24-30 on Big Island roadways
Five of the 11 drivers were involved in traffic crashes; none were younger than 21 years old. DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue islandwide.
17 lane closures scheduled during week of Dec. 6-12 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
UPDATE: Hawai‘i Fire Department reports multi-structure fire in downtown Hilo now contained
However, incident area remains dangerous and can present hazardous conditions to the general public; all streets in downtown Hilo are also now open.
UPDATE: Part of Highway 11 near 23-mile marker in Volcano again open to all traffic
The roadway in Puna was previously impacted by a downed utility pole,
14 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 29 to Dec. 5 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting.
Hawaiʻi Belt Road to be reduced to one lane at Hakalau Bridge with planned makai lane closure
The closure is necessary so repairs to the foundation of the bridge can continue, is necessary in preparation for the overall Hakalau Bridge Rehabilitation Project, which is expected to begin in fall 2027.
UPDATE: Police report Hawai‘i Belt Road near 19-mile marker is open to all traffic
One lane of the highway in the area of the 19-mile marker was previously closed Saturday evening because of a traffic crash.
15 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 22-28 on Big Island state roadways
In observance of Thanksgiving, there will be no contraflow or lane closures Nov. 27 unless otherwise permitted. Otherwise, be sure to check if any of these upcoming road closures and projects will impact your commute this coming week.
Motorists reminded: ‘Safety starts with you’ during Crash Responder Safety Week
Secondary traffic crashes are the No. 1 cause of death nationwide for emergency responders.
Drivers reminded of legal duty to protect first responders on Hawaiʻi roads
As National Crash Responders Safety Week kicks off, the Hawaiʻi Police Department urges drivers to adhere to the “Move Over Law” to protect emergency personnel on the roads.
13 lane closures scheduled during week of Nov. 15-21 on Big Island state roadways
Lane closure schedules can change at any time without notice. All projects are weather permitting. Will any of these planned closures impact your commute or fun? Take a look and plan ahead now.
Portion of Wainaku Street in Hilo open again after being closed because of downed tree
The street on the north side of HIlo was previously shuttered Friday evening (Nov. 14) because of a downed tree across the roadway.
Big Island police arrest 20 motorists for DUI week of Oct. 27 to Nov. 2
There have been 770 DUI arrests so far this year compared with 813 during the same period last year, or a decrease of 5.29%. DUI roadblocks and patrols will continue island wide.
